Hello Samantha,

Birthday time again.  Happy birthday to you, 12 years old!

Here’s a photo when you were about 9 months old, with your brother, and your cousins Jas and Amy.  Looks like it was Christmas time. 

And here’s another one, when you were about a year and a half old, looking like you’re ready for mischief. 

I realise, Samantha, that you won’t remember those days, and that you probably don’t remember who I am anymore, but, of course, way back then we knew each other very well.  You were, always, such good company and we had lots of fun together. I am sorry I don’t know you now. I would always love to.

In this last photo, I’m not quite sure what’s going on. I think you wanted a really close-up look!

I believe we were looking after Jas and Amy’s budgie while they were away at half-term. I think you might be about 3 here.

So, school next week, Samantha, for everyone. I expect it will be great to see all your friends again.

I wish you and Ryan good luck as school goes back to normal, and hope it all settles down well. Love and good wishes to both of you.

Have a lovely Birthday time on Sunday, Samantha!

Granny Ruth XX