Jessica Alba shares bittersweet message as daughter Honor starts new chapter

Jessica Alba is commemorating her eldest daughter Honor's milestone birthday.

​The doting mom, who shares Honors with ex husband Cash Warren, took to her Instagram account to mark Honor's 18th birthday along with a heartfelt tribute for her teen.

​The Fantastic Four actress penned, "Happy 18th Birthday to my Honor My sweet girl, my brilliant girl, my shining light."

​Alba also shared a montage video, featuring Honor's heart-melting moment from her childhood.

​She continued, "As I reflect on the last 18 years, I can honestly say they have been the most profound of my life. You opened my heart and expanded my understanding of love in ways I never knew were possible."

​The actress added, "You have always lit up every room you enter. You are kind and considerate, yet feisty and witty. Your humor is quick, sharp, and unexpected. You are wildly intelligent, endlessly curious, and I could not be more proud of the young woman you have become."

​As Honor is also all set to kickstart her college, Yale University, in the fall, Alba took the moment to share her two cents ahead of her big day.

​"As you step into adulthood, part of me wants to hold you close forever and keep you safe. But an even bigger part wants to watch you fly - to explore this world and discover everything that calls to your soul," Alba continued. "And through it all, I will always be here. Whether you need comforting when your sink, a hug, or miss home, I'll jump on a plane to see you- I'm here. Always."

​The proud mom concluded the tribute, writing, "It has been the greatest gift being your mama - thank you for choosing me, baby girl. Happy 18th Birthday, Honorcita. I love you beyond words."

​It is pertinent to mention that Alba is also mom to daughter Heaven and son Hayes, whom she welcomed with ex Warren.