´You’ve got a friend in me!′

I remember the first time you and I met. You were surprised that you were finally getting ready to make a change from crawling to walking. Oh what fun that was. We had so many adventures together. I recall us going to different planets in so many galaxies. We transported from one life system to the next. & your parents were so excited to see that you had a great big interest in space. Then we went with them to a space center and saw the different planets in the planetarium. We sat in the play rockets and spaceships. Just the two of us. It was going to be us against the world. We were going to be best buds forever.

Two peas in a pod!

I knew that you were a kind, loving child and even before you went to bed, you'd pick me up as well. When your mother tucked you in and kissed you goodnight, you told her to wish me a goodnight too. I'd lay awake all night, anxious and waiting, for the next day of our adventures to continue. So they did. We went surfing on lava in Hawaii. We also went skiing down the Himalayas of India and diving into the deep waters of the cold, ice arctic waters. We visited the Sahara desert and also went to see the great pyramid of Giza. All what marvelous, scenic adventures we had together. I was certain they would last for a long time.

I knew that we would always be together.

Alas, one day, your parents told you that you were going to get ready for school. You didn't know what to expect. I sat right next to you and told you not to worry. I was going to be with you every step of the way. Then you were ready the next day. You packed your stuff and were ready to leave. I was not worried. I knew that you were going to be okay. Who knows? Maybe you would also make new friends.

We would all get to go on adventures together.

Days, weeks and months passed. You hadn't played with me in a while. You had made new friends at school and they would invite you over to their homes for sleepovers. I wondered if you had forgotten about me. One day, as you were seated in your room, you drew a picture of you and a friend. This frond of yours had wings and a magical wand. I looked could that be me. Yes, it was. Then I realized you were getting older and growing at a quick rate. You started doing more class work and reading more books on your own. You didn't sleep with the night light anymore too. I was happy to see how much you'd grown and accomplished.

Tears rolled down my cheeks.

Although, I know someday you will not need me by your side. When that day comes and I think that I am no longer needed, I know that I hold a special place in your heart and mind. We will always have our fun, good play times and memorable adventures.

You are a strong, young, brave girl. Never fear. Always let your imagination be your guide.

Forever your friend,

Love <3

Minerva.