Dear Skylar,

There is so much to tell you and so little time to do so. This world is not all that it's cracked up to be at first, and maybe even second, glance. It's hard, it's cut throat. Luckily you'll only see things as simple as they get for the first few years. You won't be able to understand the words that come from peoples' mouths and you won't have to worry about any comments that aren't directed at you. All you'll need to worry about is when to eat, sleep, and when to notify that someone needs to change your diaper.

Your toddler years will be harder. You'll start to understand the basics of yourself and the thing you'll want most is positive reinforcement from your parents. Hopefully, you are given all that you need, but if not, I'll try to be there to watch you build your block towers and color pictures. I always loved to play with Barbies, so you'll have someone to accompany you when you do.

You are so innocent and full of potential. I cannot wait to see what you grow up to be. If there is any piece of advice that I can give you, it's to cherish the younger years. Cherish the times you get to run around outside and play in the pouring rain. Love the times that the biggest issue in your life is where your right shoe went. Fall in love with the outside world, gaze at the stars with Dad at night and have him point out the different constellations.

Sing to your heart's content in the car, even if you don't know the lyrics all that well. Treasure being able to eat cake without worrying about calories. Have fun in your classes in elementary school, they're much more fun when projects are involved (especially the ones with glitter and glue).

You're quite lucky to have the sisters that you do. I'm not talking about myself, of course, but I am talking about Taylor and Jordan. These two girls are some of the strongest and most protective people I have ever met. They will look out for you in any case, they will love you and cherish you as I do, them. We will all be excited to watch you grow as a young girl. The time goes by so fast. I hope that as you grow, you do so with confidence as well as love and appreciation for all that surrounds you.

Remember to cherish the relationships of others and how the world functions, for it is so flawed, yet so wonderful. Appreciate different cultures, love all people. Put yourself in their shoes for a moment and try to understand where they come from. Allow yourself to be open minded, for it is a quality so precious.

So, Skylar, most of my advice is for when you grow older. My biggest point is to enjoy and appreciate all that you come by. There will be downs, but there cannot be bad without good, so the ups will be so rewarding. I cannot wait until you are here, I cannot wait to see you. I hope that you enjoy the time that you have, and I cannot wait to see you grow.

Love,

Your Biggest Sister.