Sister Sue -

Since this post is about a week an a half late I realize that I might not be in the running for favorite Aunt anymore.  Please know that it doesn't mean that I don't love you any less. You have been in my thoughts just as much if not more.

This year is hard for me to realize that my sweet little girls are turning 14.  I remember spending a summer with you in Salt Lake and you and Lane were just little.  It was so sweet to me how you called everyone "Hun".  I remember you riding your little bike around that neighborhood.  One of my favorite memories of you is after you moved to Shumway, you guys were living in the house just down the road from Granmda's.  One day you and Lane were coming to the bus stop.  I will never forget, Lane being a little dare devil.  He would stick his foot out in the road, but you ran in front of him and looked both ways before you grabbed his hand and ran across the road.

I so enjoy all of the sweet memories of you guys camping out in our little trailer.  It was such a blessing for me to spend time with you sweet little kids.  Do you remember how cramped we were when we would all stay in our trailer.  You usually got the couch and Lane and Colton on the floor, but we all loved it.  What about eating El Pato & Potato chips?  That is still one of my favorite treats. It made me feel so special when we finished our house in Taylor and you came to claim your room.  Even though you didn't get to stay in it much it made me feel like you really wanted to be there, and I loved that.  I loved coming to pick you up for church every Sunday.  I was always so proud of you for going with me, even when you didn't understand a thing that was going on, it made it easier for me to go.   

Kaelee - You have grown up to be a very beautiful girl, and not just physically.  I am always amazed at your willingness to jump in and help.  It makes me so happy when you are at Grandmas and you just do stuff to help without being asked.  I love watching you as you help your brothers.  It makes me smile to see you enjoying helping those around you.

Sister Sue.... you are amazing and I hope you remember that.  I know that life isn't always easy, and that in the years ahead you will be faced with a lot of hard challenges.  My challenge to you...Don't ever start doing anything you are going to regret or wish you could quit later.  Remember that doing what's right is more important than doing what is popular.

Remember that Aunt Bec loves you.  Someday's it is really hard living up here, I feel like I am missing seeing you grow up.  I may be a million miles away, but you are always in my thoughts and prayers.  Know that if you ever need anything I am here.  Miss you tons and can't wait to see you again this summer!  Hope you had a good birthday.

I love you!

Love,

Aunt Bec