Being an Auntie is my favorite job…by far the best job I’ve ever had. I had no idea I could love someone so deeply before you came into my life. When I look at you, my heart swells. The feeling is so overwhelming sometimes I just want to pick you up and smush you with all of my love- cuteness aggression has never been more real.
My little Lu. My sassy little stinker. My baby bubba. Your blonde curls Your dark, brown eyes Your button nose that I love to boop. You raising your tiny finger, placed on my nose a boop back
Your excited “AUNTIE” every time I walk through the door Little footsteps tromping over arms out, jumping into mine Your body giving me a mini squeeze head laying softly on my shoulder
“Come mere, Auntie” “Peease, Auntie” “Dank You, Auntie” and of course “Lellow” some of my favorite little lines.
My best and most memorable evenings are spent playing cars, blowing bubbles, pretending in your toy kitchen you the chef, of course making me a “spot of tea” usually telling me “Nooo Auntie” when I bring out the makeshift English accent Sitting by your side at the dinner table we giggle as your face becomes as messy as your plate
All of these little moments. So filled with love. Everyday that I get to spend with you is my favorite day.
My brain has a hard time fathoming two years will turn into 8, then 16, then 25 before I know it. And though I tell you every day you are not allowed to grow any more. Just know that I am so excited to watch you flourish in this life. I cannot wait to see what you accomplish, where you go. I cannot wait to be by your side every single step of the way.
I love you, Luca. More than you could ever know. Auntie is here for you. Forever and ever.
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