Happy Birthday

Dear Hailey,

This is my belated post in response to your birthday which was last Thursday. First of all, I can not believe that you are TWO years old. You are such a big girl now!  I think you are growing up too fast, but that is how life moves.

On your birthday I called Mommy and told her I wanted to speak to you. She waited the whole day until I had a meeting and then wanted to do it. At that point I couldn't Skype with you until a little later. That night I was able to get on the phone for a little while, but my computer was acting up and I couldn't stay on too long. I did, however see you and was able to say happy birthday to you. I saw that Mommy gave you a couple of books and other stuff. Apparently you also got cupcakes which I hope were good.

On Friday, the next day I went to Nauvoo with my friends Frank and Amy, along with their daughter Savannah. I wish you were able to come with, but I didn't make arrangements with Mommy ahead of time. Hopefully the next time I go you can come too. It is so much fun there. I saw some missionaries and they told me to write down some stuff regarding the pageant and pray that the Holy Spirit would comfort me. I also went to the Temple and prayed myself that day.

Hailey, I have made many mistakes in my life, but not all that bad. I need to pray more to Heavenly Father for myself, your mother , and for you. I did get a confirmation though that the Church is absolutely true, we do have a living Prophet, and our Savior, Jesus Christ lives! I hope one day I can share this with you and give you my testimony and that you will grow your own.  I also know that despite what is happening in our family, everything will be OK. Your relationship and mine will thrive and as you grow I will definitely be there for you. Mommy and Daddy may no longer be married, but I will ALWAYS love you and be your Daddy.

Hailey, yesterday I picked you up and we went to see Grandma and Grandpa Korbel (Papi and Abuela). I came over and brought you a present. I hope you liked it. Mommy must have thought that I was trying to make her feel bad because she didn't have a lot of money to spend on you, but I had no intention of making her feel that way. I just wanted to give you a present.  We all went to the county fair and you saw the animals. We rode some rides and you ate a corn dog, some corn on the cob, and a chicken burrito.  Papi bought you a Dora the Explorer doll and you loved it.

Hailey, Mommy and Daddy are still fighting and I hope you are not mad at either one of us. We both love you very much and want only what is best for you. I can't wait to see you again!

Love,
Daddy