Kayla,
You should see how your mom looks at you. I wish I coud have had a camera to capture the moment I walked in to see you for the very first time. Wrapped tight in a blanket held close by your mothers arms. Your father standing over you looking down and smiling so proud. Your older brother sitting on the couch trying to catch a glimps of your face… constantly asking the question.. “is that cowboy-girl?” I wish I could have captured that moment… but honestly.. no camera could capture the feelings bouncing off the walls of that small room. Your family loves you so much.
Kayla, as you grow older you’re going to realize that this world is a tough place. Since I give you this warning so early I beg that you stay close to your family for comfort and support. Right now you are as close to god as anyone on this earth… don’t lose that wonderful gift. As we get older we all tend to drift… don’t be average… you must stand tall and stay strong. I know that if you turn out anything like your mom you’ll be as close to god as anyone. Hold your older brothers hand and take him with you. Never leave a sibling behind for you never know when they might be to far away to reach. Listen to your father but never your uncles. Nine times out of ten the things they say will only get you in trouble.
As you live always remember Lehi’s dream. Don’t worry about what people say to you. It is very sad to say.. but not a lot of people in this world want what is best for you.. so when you pick your friends, make sure you choose wisely. Don’t worry about how you are dressed or how you look.. people that lace themselves with such worldly things are only trying to cover their black souls… Don’t fall into temptation. Stay strong and follow your parents as you hold on to the iron rod. Remember that the rod is made of iron for a reason. Its not made of gold or diamonds… But iron. Iron because it’s firm, it’s unchanging, it’s simple.. much like the gospel.
Remember that family is the most important thing in the world. Love your brother unconditionally. Always remember that no matter what, he is your brother and you should always want whats best for him. Most of all Kayla… don’t lose that innocence that fills your eyes. Your mother and father still have it but many aren’t as lucky. Know that what you are about to enter isn’t as pretty or as lovely as where you just came from. Stand tall my beautiful neice… May you be blessed in your journey through your life as you grow, learn and become the woman that would make your parents proud.
