Thank you for being you. I'm so grateful that I was lucky enough to be blessed as your niece in this life. Over the last few months, you've been on my mind a lot, you may not know it, but you have. I've thought about you during prayer and during my gratitude journaling sessions. I think of the role you played in my life as I was growing up, being a second mother to me, and loving me unconditionally. And I think of the connection we shared the last time I went home to visit. That connection was magical for me, because I felt like I was able to show you some of the wisdom and insight that you've shown me throughout the years.
Thank you for being who you are in our family. I know life has dealt you a challenging set of cards, but your strength and mindfulness through it all has made such an inspiring impact on me. Where most people would turn bitter and resentful, you just move forward with more grace and compassion. When I look at you and the journey you've been on, I realize that there really isn't a lot in life to quarrel about. Thank you for being the silent bond that holds this family together. In times of struggle and petty arguments, you remind us of what is most important, and continue to bring us together; whether it's learning how to work together, or simply to appreciate each other. This is an incredible feat given the types of differing personalities and situations that exist in our family. So I THANK YOU. Thank you for being our beacon, my second mom, our amazing aunt, and Thank you for being you. And know that I cannot wait until we get the chance to connect again. I love you.
Love,
Elle
