Uncle Tommy

You are a lucky girl. You will grow up with an extra compassionate heart because of your Uncle Tommy. Not every little girl or boy is as lucky to have such a cool uncle. While he can get a little moody at times and doesn't always like to share his toys, you will always have a playmate with him regardless of how old you grow. He will always be there to fix your toys, take them apart and hopefully put them back together again. I hope these are your memories of Uncle Tom. I hope that you grow to tolerate his mood swings (we all have them) and may you always think he's saying "Fire You!" instead of what he is actually trying to convey. :) May you grow to tolerate his hugs even if he squeezes just a little too tight. I hope that you're okay being called "Baby" your entire life because you more than likely will not have another name as far as he is concerned. Will is in 2nd grade now, and we're still trying to convince Tommy to call him Will instead of Baby. We've had no such luck as of yet. I hope you always remember that no matter the outburst or behavior that Tommy occasionally displays, that you always think of him as a jolly giant. That's what he is. Tommy is going through a transitional phase right now, and we aren't quite sure were this journey will end, but I hope that you always hold compassion for him. I hope that you stand up for him if ever your friends don't understand him. I pray that you hold love in your heart for others like Tommy and for others that are different than you. Sometimes different is good. In fact, sometimes different is better. I pray that you always remember these things and think of him in this light.

Less than 6 weeks left little girl. I can't wait to hold and kiss you. Your presence is going to help heal several aching hearts right now. In a year full of turmoil in the Murray family, you are every one's ray of sunshine. Love you butterbean.