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to my older sister as she's Preparing For Motherhood

Don't worry, you'll be fine.

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to my older sister as she's Preparing For Motherhood
Taryn Fox

In the last 25 years, you have taken on a lot of roles. You've been a daughter, a friend, a sister, a wife and so much more. In a few weeks, you will take on a new role – probably the most important role you will ever take on: a mom.

I can't really give you any advice on being a mother, but I can say this. You will be just fine. You've dealt with me your entire life. I am the youngest and the rebel child and even now when I am living on my own you still you still tell me what to do. You're basically a natural mother.

You're stronger and braver than me in many ways, and I guess that's because you were always my designated protector. Although you can be harsh at times, I want you to know that I'm grateful for every time you've defended me, sacrificed something for me, got me out of trouble. Again, I could go on forever.

You are the first best friend I've ever had, and you've always had my back, no matter what we were going through. We could be mean to each other but if anyone else was, we wouldn't take kindly to that. It's insane to think of how quickly time is going by. And now here you are, becoming a first-time mom. You couldn't have chosen someone better to have a baby with. He loves and cares about you so much and anyone that is around him can see that. He loves you and the baby so much, it's so refreshing to see—especially in a young couple.

You are going to be such a great mom. I know you're probably scared, but you know I'll always be there to help you in any way that I can. You'll always have my support, even with all the things we've been through. I'm so excited to see what the future holds for you. I'm excited to watch my NIECE or nephew grow up.

You're gonna be one BADASS mother.




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