Dancing with Daddy

Dear Aspen,

Last night, right before bedtime, Daddy started dancing around the room with you. He sang: "Someday, your Prince will come..." and it was just soooo sweet.

It got me thinking ahead. Because as much as I love you this moment and sometimes I wish you wouldn't ever grow up, I know that, one day, you will.

Someday, your Prince will come. I hope he is everything you dream of (and everything we as your parents hope for). I hope he is as honest and good as your Daddy. And handsome! I hope he is a hard worker, but knows how to relax and have fun, too. I hope he is patient, kind, and respectful. I hope he loves his Savior, and that he will take you to a beautiful temple to be "sealed" together for your time on this earth - and all of eternity. Love is an eternal principle, after all. I could go on...but I'm wondering if it's okay with you if he doesn't show up until you're at least 25? Maybe 30?

You are such a sweet girl, Aspen. Crazy to think there's some baby or toddler boy out there growing up to one day be your Prince. I hope his parents are teaching him to treat you like a Queen.

Keep on dancin'...with Daddy, for now...until someday when that wonderful Prince comes along to take his place during your dance here on Earth. And know that you will always be our princess.

We love you!

Momma & Daddy