Dear Daughter,

You're only one right now, but I wanted to tell you something. The world is a crazy and an unfair place, especially for a girl. Right now, even as a toddler, you're loud, independent, opinionated, and a free spirit... just like your mother. And let me tell you, it will get you in trouble. I know from experience. I've been told that there are times when I should keep my mouth shut about what I believe in. That I should find a good man that can take care of me. That I should get a boring office job where I'll be miserable. That my dreams are pipe dreams and I'll never be successful in them.

Well, let me tell you something. I refuse to let you believe that. If you believe in something, you fight for it. Never depend on a man. Follow your dreams, whether your passion is art, barrel racing, music, photography, modeling, or whatever else. I will support you no matter what. Do what you love because doing something you don't love is emotionally draining. Be opinionated.

Be unapologetically yourself.

Don't let anyone tell you different.

We live in a "mean girl" era. A world where if you're not skinny with a big butt, big boobs, and perfect eyebrows, you're not valued as much. Women get jealous and try to tear you down to make themselves feel like they're on a higher pedestal. They're not and no matter what is said to you, do not believe it. They are snakes and will bite as soon as they get the chance.

Stay humble. You are not better than anyone else and no one is better than you. Even if other people think so. No matter how much you have, God can take it all away in an instant.

Do your best not to be a mean girl. Do not live with hate and jealousy in your heart. Real women applaud and uplift each other. Those women will make great friends. Those are the kind of people you will want to surround yourself with. People who will be on your team. And in return, you'll root for them.

Whatever your passion, do it with all of your soul. It's okay to lose yourself within it. It's okay to lose yourself in happiness. Why? Because if you don't, you're not fully living.

Live fully and passionately.

That's all I want for you.

Love always,

Your Momma