Wow.. it's emotional day - My daughter is 16 today

TANNER'S MOM wrote: I can't believe it. I am thinking of all the moments that have passed and the future to come. I am saddened that time has flown so fast it makes me think I didn't take the time I should've taken and I didn't. The hugs and laughter.. Oh how I cherish each moment. I think we all let life get us sometimes.. the hustle and the bustle. A few years she will be in college having a life of her own.. Oh man.. can you tell I am in tears today.. My baby is 16! I am just overwhelmed..as I knew I would be!

Well it has been a good 16 years. She is a smart girl, beautiful girl, and she has morals. I guess I can't be too down on my self!

Here is my baby!

TANNER'S MOM replied: And this happens next!~

gr33n3y3z replied: she grew up with everything you ever taught her and she will put it all to good use Mel.
Your a great Mom

BAC'sMom replied: Now you have me tearing up!

Just remember she would not be the incredible young lady that she is if she didn't have a Mom LIKE you.

Apples usually don't fall far from the tree.

punkeemunkee'smom replied: I was just thinking about you! You have done an amazing job,Mom! I am truly blessed to get the tiny glimpses into your relationship with your kids (all of them) and I really do hope and pray that Tay and I are as close as you and Brit! You are one of the best moms I have ever known My heart is right there with you-I bawl on every birthday Love you girlie! Wish we were closer-I would come take you to a margarita lunch!

Adrienne522 replied: That wzs beautifully said. My mom said something similar when Scott was born. Then it went into her missing her mother and that everyday is a blessing and needs to be charished. Reading your post is what I needed today to lift me up. Keep up the good work Mom!!!!

A&A'smommy replied: You can't be down on yourself at all.. she is happy, healthy, smart, beautiful... ect you have done a WONDEFUL job with her and i hope I can be as good of a mom as you have been!!!

Happy Sweet 16 I hope its a wonderful day for both of you!!!

TANNER'S MOM replied: I need a margarita lunch today girl! I am sitting at my desk and crying right now. My co worker said she is a lot like me..I said oh no.. she is everything right.. All the right I ever did.. she is better than I can ever be.

You know I don't say this often.. but everyone here can do math. I was 16 when I had Brittany..but she still is and will always be the best thing I ever did!

amynicole21 replied:

Happy Birthday to her

moped replied: Ah Happy Birthday!!!!!!!!!

I am sure it must be bittersweet.

Maddie&EthansMom replied: What sweet pictures, Mel! I'm getting misty thinking about it. I can't believe you have a 16 year old. Wow!

redchief replied: Mel, you've raised a beautiful daughter. Happy sweet 16 to Brittany.

ashtonsmama replied:

Congrats on making it 16 years!

She looks like a wonderful and sweet young lady. I'm sure you must be so proud to have such a beautiful girl!

luvmykids replied:
I think we all hope our daughters are a "better" version of us You've done a great job, Happy 16 to Brittany!