Hey Sofia,
Welcome to what frequently is referred to as the crazy teenage years. I don't think you're going to be that crazy, though. I wouldn't be surprised if your dad is crazy by the time you're no longer a teenager.
Your dad and I decided to write letters to Bethany and while getting her box out for her second birthday, the box I've been keeping your letters in fell and he found all the letters I've written for you. I thought he was going to be upset that I had been keeping them a secret from him, but he actually thought it was sweet that I've written them since we got married. I doubt he's told your moms about my letters though since we decided to keep them in the box at our house.
When you read this, you'll be turning 18 and getting ready to join the real world. When you get this, I want you to start thinking about something special you want just the two of us to do. By then, Bethany will be seven years old and I'd hope your dad can handle her on his own for a few hours or even a few days. When I turned 18, my mom and I went to the beach for a weekend and she took Molly to San Francisco. I don't really talk about that trip, but I enjoyed it. I've also promised Zola a similar present. Maybe the two of you could plan to do something together.
You are quite the interesting young lady. I have started giving you a new journal for Christmas and your birthday every year. You've told me that your moms and dad don't know about them, but you write before going to bed every night. I've never asked what you write about, but I hope you continue to enjoy writing.
I love when you spend the night with your dad and I. It's nice to have another woman in the house to talk to. You're only here two nights a week and you bring a different energy to the house. Please remember that you can come to me with anything. There are so many things that you've told me that I haven't told anyone else. I will always keep your secrets.
3 Lexie