Heroes...

At one point or another, we all need saving. From our fears, from our stress or even those times when we are our own worst enemy. 

We all need a hero. 

Someone tough. Someone truthful. Someone kind. 

Someone that is brave enough to stand up and fight for us. To fight with us.

For things we care about. For people we care about. For our jobs. Our purpose. Our families. Our lives. For what we know to be true. We need someone to be a voice of reason. We need someone to be a fit of laughter. A cheerleader or a crusader. 

For big things and small things. For nothing-at-all things. 

We need heroes. 

People to believe in. To trust. To lead us. To serve us. To help us and hold us. We need those people that lift us higher. That teach us things like integrity and honor. Hard work and loyalty. Commitment and sacrifice. 

They are surrounded by these people. They are loved by these people. 

But most importantly... they ARE these people.

May they always remember to put on that cape, get out those scissors,  and make that mask. May they know that more than needing a hero, they are a hero. 

They are patience and grace. Goodness personified. Steadfast love. Enduring strength. They are smart and capable. They are creative and wise. They are to be heard and to be respected. 

For their minds. For their heart. 

Be brave sweet girls. Be strong. Fight the good fights and learn from the losses. Know that you are your own hero. And remember that if you ever need a side-kick, I'm with you all the way.