To my niece or my nephew,
You’re not even born yet but you’re already loved and adored by so many people. I was always curious as to how being an aunt would feel like, but this feeling honestly doesn’t compare to any other title I’ve ever had.
I want you to know that by having me, you’ll always have someone to talk to. You’ll always have someone to try to answer any questions you may have. You have someone you can trust and would never harm you. Even if you’re not physically next to me, I will always be looking out for you.
I never want you to be embarrassed to ask me or tell me anything because I will never judge you. I will never judge your plans or who you want to be. Whenever you need me, I’m there.
I didn’t necessarily have ideal role models as I was growing up, except your father and grandmother, but I want to be one for you. I will teach you all the valuable lessons I have learned over the years. You should never allow yourself to be brought down by others. You should always look at yourself and be happy with the skin you’re in.
There are mean people in this world that will say anything to bring you down, but they never win. They never get anywhere. Take time when growing up because it isn’t a race. You should never need to feel like you need to grow up all at once. Don’t follow what everyone’s doing if you just want to fit in; keep up with your own rhythm.
You’re unique and you should trust yourself. Don’t worry about being “perfect” because no one is but that’s never anything you should worry about. Keep your head up at all times, be confident, and always smile.
Everyone has bad days but I want you to know that they WILL pass (even if it seems like it’s the worst day ever). You will get hurt and you will fail at some things. I’m being honest when I say that but I don’t wish it upon you.
When you do get hurt or fail, I want you to express yourself in however you feel is necessary but then I want you to pick yourself up and brush yourself off because that situation will only make you stronger. If you never fail, you will never value what it means to finally succeed.
Trust me when I say that, that feeling is glorious and will give you so much power. You’ll experience roadblocks during your journey but I know you’ll get over them.
You’re not even here yet and I can’t wait for all the things we’re going to do together, to go to all the places I want to show you and all the books I want to read to you. You’re a light in so many people’s lives. Your presence will and has already brought so many people together.
You will have the world at your feet; all you need to do is work hard and be humble. Those are wise words of your grandmother and trust me; you’ll be hearing that, and the majority of this article, a lot throughout your life.
Love,
Your Aunt
