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11 Things I Want My Niece To Know When She Grows Up

You are great and I hope you never forget that.

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11 Things I Want My Niece To Know When She Grows Up
Raven Bowman

There are many things I would like you to know, so here are the top 11 things you need to know.

1. You can create your own happiness

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You do not need to rely on other to make you happy.

2. You matter

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You matter to me, your parents, your grandparents and to all of your friends.

3. You are important 

Everyone who knows you, they love you.

4. It is better to be kind

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I know the world seems so awful right now, but you being kind can make a difference to someone.

5. You do not always have to have the last word

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Although, it is a nice victory.

6. Love yourself 

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Life is not always great, but when you can love yourself it can make it a little bit better.

7. Push yourself 

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Do not overdo yourself, but work hard and do your best for the things you want in life.

8. Laugh more 

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Tell bad jokes and do not be afraid to laugh at your own jokes.

9. Nothing is guaranteed 

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So do not take it for granted, it cal all be gone in a second.

10. It is okay to fail

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As your great- grandfather said "Nothing can grow without a little resistance."

11. I love you 

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I love you for who you are now and i love you for what you will become.

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