I still remember it clearly; the day you first opened your eyes as you sleep on this neatly laid fabric, and you, covered in a cream white linen to give you the warmth you sincerely deserved. I wasn't only staring for I was fascinated with the feeling of explicit ardor the moment our eyes finally met. This has been a euphoric moment any other soul would love to perceive. I couldn't help myself from caressing your innocent face; brushing down your perfectly rounded cheek, to nuzzling your adorably tiny nose. You are the perfect blessing, I thought to myself. This playful grin faded into a beam for I can't do anything but cry in joy and relief.
Days to months, turning to years-- numerous moments have passed but I still see you as an infant who knows nothing but to give me the delighted and blessed feeling in indescribable ways. I remember singing you a romantic song that would lull you cozily, the same time as I continuously pat you on your hips, which you've always preferred. I wasn't aware you've grown up until the day you've uttered your first word angelically. "Mama." I called out mom, and even reported it excitingly to the entire family. Our precious gem has finally shined graciously seen at the end of the cave. This marked the first day of your adventure-- even MY adventure with you.
We have created such joyful memories, and even celebrated every event with such expectations and happiness in our hearts. You reminded me how beautiful life is; how I'd appreciate the gift of life with company. You would make everyone say that being alone is regretful compared to all. They'd be wrong for thinking that it is indeed fine to own it all; for they haven't met you. You share laughters with strangers which make them your friends in an instant. You secure yourself with a weapon of charm and loyalty. Your scars every time you fall down kept you stronger, and made you strive even harder the following trials. I saw myself in you. No doubt, you are our little angel, MY little brother.
I'd like to keep this message short. All I ever wanted to tell you is thank you. Thank you for being part of the family. Your mere existence reminds me that I am blessed each day. I appreciate and treasure you. We love you.
All I ever wish was for you to become a fine young gentleman in the future. I'd want you to know that I will always be by your side. I'll be your older side kick that would always get on your nerves but will always lull you to sleep by the end of the day. I wish you extraordinary adventures filled with laughters, sorrow, love, anger, excitement, and discoveries. Adventures that would teach you wisdom and values that I could've forgotten. I want you to explore the other half of the Earth with or without me. For I, your older sister, will be your avid listener.
God bless you, and may you enjoy the process of growing up in this strangely modernized world.
