To our wonderful Minda,

It’s hard to put into words just how much I want to thank you for the incredible, loving care you’ve given my daughter over the past four and a half years—nearly half her little life, and all her most formative, magical early years. You haven’t just looked after her; you’ve nurtured her, guided her, and helped her grow into the bright, kind, confident little girl she is today.

Beyond all the fun, laughter, and safe, happy days you gave her, I’m so grateful for all the life skills you gently taught her—independence, kindness, sharing, how to care for others, curiosity, and so many little daily habits that will stay with her forever. You’ve been such a steady, loving presence, and she’s learned so much from you that we’ll carry with us always.

Saying goodbye has been one of the hardest things I’ve had to do. Even though I know this moment needed to come, and moving on to school is such an exciting, natural next chapter, it’s been so deeply emotional for both of us. You’ve become such a huge part of our lives, and leaving your warm, familiar, wonderful care feels like saying goodbye to someone so very dear.

Thank you for loving her like one of your own, for every hug, every story, every moment of patience and joy. You’ve given her the most perfect start, and I will always be so grateful. She’ll take so much of what you’ve taught her with her as she steps into school, and we’ll miss you terribly.

With all my love and deepest thanks,
Marina & NyNY 💛

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