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An Open Letter To My Niece

I promise to always walk beside you, and never give up on you.

Courtney Hairfield
Dec 05, 2016
Missouri University of Science and Technology
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An Open Letter To My Niece
Courtney Hairfield

Haven,

You came into my life when I was just 6 years old, I didn’t know what to think about you. I wanted to send you back to wherever you came from. I didn’t want you taking all of my attention, because before you I was the baby of the family.

Now, when I look at you I see so much of myself in you. Thank you for looking up to me and pretty much watching my every move because you want to be just like me, you gave me a reason to better myself and think twice about the choices I make. If you weren’t watching me, I don’t know what decisions I’d be making. I do know that they probably wouldn’t be the best ones.

I’m so proud of you, in everything you do. From watching you on the soccer field to watching you on the pageant stage, you are phenomenal. I love being able to watch you grow up and chase your dreams. You’re a smart, beautiful, talented, and I could go on for days about how proud of you I am.

One day you’re going meet a guy who is going to make you think that he is the one for you, but chances are he's not going to be. Please promise me that you will never lower your standards, and that you will never be with someone who doesn’t value you. You are a beautiful girl who has so much to live for. Never settle for someone who won’t give you the world. Please remember that its okay be single and not want to be in relationships. Never give in to a boy just because you “love” him. Chances are that he's not the one for you and its not going to last.

Also, please know that I will always be here for you, no matter what. I love you and I'll never leave your side. Stay true to yourself.

Love,

Your Aunt

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