Miss M’s 13!

Impossible right? 

I kid you not. Mamãe’s silly goose is officially a teenager❤️

 

Massive deal!

So naturally, Miss M, Papai, and Sonia planned a marvelous celebration replete with friends, family, and of course, Papai’s infamous Brazilian barbecue.

Given the magnitude of this momentous occasion, I spent weeks ruminating on choosing the perfect Mamãe gift for our girl. Interestingly enough, it was Miss M herself who inadvertintly provided the inspiration.

A few weeks ago she shared Taylor Swift’s music video, “The Best Day” with me. A tribute to Taylor’s own Mom who also had cancer, Miss M and I locked eyes as soon as it was over, tears brimming in my own.

“Oh my God!” I yelled.

“Right?” she exclaimed.

“Marisa, that was so beautiful!”

“I know!”

“Honey, thank you so much for sharing it with me.”

Driving home after dropping her off, I knew what I needed to do. I hope you enjoy it as much as Miss M did❤️

Happy 13th Marisa! Love, Mamãe & Auntie Laurie (password – 13)

Terri Luanna, we done good…

Thank you for teaching us how big love can be❤️

PS – Miss M had one final present to open from Mamãe – cousin Jamie had been holding onto them for just the right moment.