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8 Promises To My Nephew

I'll Like you forever, I'll love you for always.

Abby Latta

Sep 29, 2016

Idaho State University

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Recently my sister had a baby, and he is probably the best part of my life. He is the cutest little bubbly love I have ever seen in my whole life (yes I might be bias). So, here is to you Canaan (pronounced Kay--nahn because wow it bothers me when people get it wrong), 8 things I promise to do as your auntie.

1. I promise to always be there

I may be currently living 155 miles away from you, and you might not know exactly who I am yet, but I promise that no matter what, I will be there.

2. I promise to be fun

No matter how busy I am, I promise to always have fun with you. I am so excited to be the "fun aunt" that lets you eat too much candy, maybe do something a little crazy, and stay up too late (sorry sister).

3. I promise to also be serious

Sometimes life gets a little hard, and I promise to always be willing to be serious with you. If you need someone to talk to, I'm your girl (actually I'm your auntie but you get it).

4. I promise to take you fishing

Wow I am excited to take you hunting and fishing when you're old enough. I am so excited to show you all of my little tricks, which really aren't that important, and I am so excited to be able to show you that the beauty of fishing is really in where you go, not what you are catching (although that's an added bonus).

5. I promise to be honest with you

I will always tell you the truth. Whether or not that's something you want to hear, I will definitely always tell you the truth. Why? Because you'll need to get used to hearing it.

6. I promise to support you

As your aunt, I am your number one fan (besides your mom and dad obviously). But really, I will be at every sporting, school, and extracurricular event that I can make it to. You're my nephew, and everyone in the crowd will know that because I will always be there cheering you on.

7. I promise to embarrass you

What kind of relative would I be if I didn't do this?

8. I promise to do crazy things with you

Want to go on a road trip? want to get a tattoo? (THAT IS APPROPRIATE) want to dye your hair? idk what it is but whatever I'm in. Whether I will be right next to you, or trying to make sure you don't do something too stupid, I'm there.

To be honest, I already have so much love for you. I cannot wait to see how much that grows as you grow older. You are the greatest blessing that has come to our family and I couldn't have been blessed with a cuter or more fun nephew. I love you to the moon and back 10,000 times over.

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