A few weeks before Arilyn was born, I wrote her a letter. I addressed the letter to her future self, to be opened on the day that she leaves home and goes off on her own. I included some advice, some current events, and my love for her and Sadie.
Since that first letter, I have written each kid a letter on each of their birthdays. Writing these letters has become a special way for me to connect to them, set a vision, and preserve some memories. It helps me to see their potential, and try to counsel them in areas that I as a father may need at a future point in their life. The most recent letter I wrote to Arilyn, I decided to address it to her twelve-year-old self. I hope it can give her a boost and confidence for her as she enters her teenage years.
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