Time seems to be flying by quicker than ever. Life is threading through my fingers like water. I know my children have to grow up but I have to admit that the fact that my baby girl is seventeen today feels unreal.

My little wise owl, the girl who refused to wear trousers until she was eight is now on the verge of adulthood.

Brodie you have been a gift from the first moment you were born. you entered into our world at a time of confusion and you became my calm in the chaos.

The littlest of four girls your character was so unique, your smile was so amazing, dimples galore.

You were born with such a caring nature, loving on your sister when she needed, two peas in a pod. Nothing was ever too much for you where Livvy was concerned.

Nothing has changed, your arms opened to Daniel, your heart full of love for him. His smile when he sees you says it all.

Brodie Lea, I don’t mean to be embarrassing but I cannot let a chance to go by too remind you how incredible you are. How beautiful you are and how much we love you.

We love you to the moon, stars and back again.

Happy birthday  my sweet baby girl xxxx