the jellyball family blog

Hi, Meatball. I went to high school with your Mommy - and we've stayed in touch. Your Mommy and Daddy came to my wedding - all the way from San Fransisco! And your Mommy never forgets my birthday - she remembers every single year.

Your Mommy's a wonderful lady, Meatball. I guess I just want you to know how very lucky you are to have the parents you do. I don't know your Daddy very well, but I know that he makes your Mommy so very happy - and that puts him high in my esteem.

Whatever happens to you in your life, little one, know that you are loved. And that's the best gift you can have from your parents. You might come to a time in your childhood when you think your parents are being most unfair - they don't let you do anything, you can't have anything you want. But let me tell you something, meatball o'mine: whatever it is you aren't getting at that moment doesn't at all compare to what they will give you every day. They'll give you love. They'll give your dreams wings. They'll give you sunshine, and warmth, and sweetness, and safety.

You should also know just what am amazing woman your Mommy is, Meatball. She'll never tell you, but she's incredibly bright. She's immensely kind. Her beautiful eyes see the world in a wonderful way, and she is able to communicate what she sees through her art. She is creative. She is an excellent writer. She is a brilliant problem-solver.

Treat your parents well, meatball. They are among the best out there.

Love,
Aunt Yumifish

PS: If you ever want a tattoo or a piercing, come see me or Uncle Bundy. We'll make sure you get it done somewhere nice and clean.