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An Open Letter To My One-Year Old Nephew

These are only a few of the thousands of things I want to tell you.

Kimberly Kowalski
Mar 08, 2016
Misericordia University
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An Open Letter To My One-Year Old Nephew
Kimberly Kowalski

Dear Nephew,

Right now you are a little bit older than a year and you are growing up so fast. I remember holding you when you were only a few hours old and thinking about how I didn’t want to drop you because you were just a squishy little bundle. Now, you are running around, saying semi-full sentences, and stealing the hearts of everyone in our family. It is insane how one day you were a tiny little baby, sleeping in my arms as your mom and dad talked to my parents, and now you are asking me to get you cookies because mommy and daddy said no. For the record, I cannot always say yes to cookies because then I will get in trouble with mommy and daddy. In a blink of an eye, you have grown up and I want you to know a few things as you continue to grow; I hope this letter will convey the messages I am trying to tell you.

First, know that I love you and will always love you. I have loved you since the moment I knew your mommy was pregnant, and I have continued to love you. However, my love for you has only grown more and more over this past year and a half. With every new word you learn, every smile, every time you ask me for a cookie or Popsicle, I love you more. You are so loved, little munchkin. Our family consists of many people who care for you and love you, and they would do anything for you. Your parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and God all love you so, so much. You are loved.

Also, know that you have the ability to melt anyone’s heart and make anyone’s day. You have always been a little ham, ever since you were delivered. Whenever I see you or whenever you ask me for a snack, you make my day. You make your mommy’s day when you call for her and you make your daddy’s day when you play with him. You constantly melt our hearts when you say “Thank you [insert silly nickname that we decided to teach you]” or “I love you” or when you grab a hold of someone’s hand or give them a hug or kiss. Those little actions and simple words melt all of our hearts and make our days.

Know that I am always here for you. You are my nephew and I love you so much. I will always be there for you. I will read with you, play with you and watch any and every Disney movie with you. I am always here for you.

Love Always,

Your Aunt

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