Meet Hoda Kotb, the beloved Today show star who's just released her touching new children's book, I’ve Loved You Since Forever. This book was inspired by her precious daughter, Haley, whom she adopted in February 2017. On a special Tuesday, March 6 broadcast of Today, Hoda shared a heartfelt clip revealing how her little girl completely transformed her life.
Becoming a Mom Later in Life
Hoda opened up about how becoming a mother at the age of 52 dramatically shifted her worldview. "For so long, I believed work was the most important thing in the world. I truly did. But I didn’t realize what truly mattered until you came into my life," Hoda confessed. "The moment you arrived, everything changed in ways I never imagined possible." Her journey to motherhood wasn't just about adding a new chapter to her life; it was about discovering a deeper purpose and love she didn’t know existed.
The Origin of the Book's Title
Hoda revealed that the title of her book came to her long before she even met Haley. "While I was waiting, hoping, and dreaming for you, I scribbled down the words, ‘I’ve loved you since forever.’ Even back then, I knew you were out there somewhere. And I believed we would eventually find each other," she explained. "Sometimes all you can do is pray, hope, wish, dream, and wait. And then, you arrived, just like magic." Her words reflect the profound connection she felt even before meeting her daughter.
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Life with Haley and Joel
Hoda is raising Haley alongside her longtime boyfriend, Joel Schiffman, and together they've built a beautiful family. But Hoda cherishes those quiet moments when it's just her and Haley. "There’s something so magical about you and me together, especially in the quiet of the night. I’m holding you, and I still can’t believe this is my reality," she gushed. "I get to have you. You're mine, and I’m yours." These intimate moments highlight the deep bond Hoda shares with her daughter.
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Haley's Special Name
Hoda shared the significance behind naming her daughter Haley. "We named you after Haley’s Comet because you are a bright light in the sky, and I’m the other star. We may have been on opposite ends, but somehow, we were always connected," Hoda said. "These two lights were destined to come together, and now, you and I have become ‘we.’" Her words paint a beautiful picture of destiny and love, making readers eager to dive into her new book.
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