Don't Grow Anymore!!!

M is asleep in her bed. She put a teddy bear by her head to see if it moves by the time she wakes up (which would indicate that she has grown). She is turning eight and I remember her being born like it was a few months ago. The worst part about eight is that nine comes next and then the double digits. I know she cannot stay little forever but could she try? Could she slow down? Happy (early) birthday Morita Bonita, my first true love!