To: Valerie Spinelli From: Mommy and Daddy Date: August 12th
[Left on her dresser in her bedroom.]
Vallerina,
Happy Birthday, baby girl. We love you so very much. Thirteen years ago, we would have never imagined loving someone as much as we love you, and every year that passes we realize that our love for you only grows more and more. You are our first born, our princess, and we are so proud of you.
Love you always and forever, Mommy & Daddy
P.S. You are the master of your own fate. Never forget that.