Proud (an Ode to my Ayla)

I feel like the word "pride" has so much negative connotation. Being 'proud' kinda gets a bad rap.
But man, there's nothing like being a parent to make your pride swell.

I am so proud of my Ayla, and the little girl that she is becoming.

I'm proud of her smart mouth and her beautiful mind.
I'm proud of her sweet, thoughtful heart and kind, gentle spirit.
I'm proud of her aptitude for learning.
I'm proud of her confidence and friendliness.
I'm proud of her intuitiveness and her ability to show empathy.
I'm proud of her insatiable desire to understand the world.

I'm just so proud to call her my daughter.