But you are also my tenderhearted little one. Just tonight, as I pulled the blanket up around you and kissed you on the cheek, you asked "Will my teacher snuggle me every day?" I sighed. "No, but she will take good care of you and help you," I said. "And I promise to snuggle you every day after school. Would that be ok?" You smiled. "Yes."
You wrestle fiercely with dad on the family room floor. You bike with gusto, even if it means crashing into a few things. You run wild and keep up with the big kids. You sing, dance and act big, bringing us to our knees with smiles and laughter. You throw yourself off the side of a pool in the biggest splash you can make.
Gavin, you live big and brighten the world around you.
But you also wear your heart on your sleeve. You look out for your friends and are gentle with animals. You worry about hurting other people's feelings and feel guilty - and tell me - if you've done something wrong. You need hugs, kisses and cuddles. They are your love language. And when you are hurt, you run to us for comfort, needing snuggles more than band-aids.
You are such a kind, good soul, Gavin. You make us so proud to be your parents. We have big dreams for you. You will do amazing things. We are sure.
For now, we wish for you an amazing start to your school year. After three years of spending every day with you, it will be hard for both of us. But you will flourish.
And me? I'll wipe away the tears long enough to blow you a kiss.
Love you, Boo.
Mama
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