Dear Arriela

This is for Arriela- letters from your family.

The last time we saw you was November 1, 2024. While we explained what was happening and said what we needed to say, it was clear that you did not entirely understand what it all meant.

While we hope this is a temporary separation, life has unfolded in a way we didn’t foresee.

No matter what you hear, please know this: you are deeply loved and missed daily. We always think of you and will always be a part of our lives.

This space is for sharing our thoughts, wishes, and memories of you as we look forward to the day we’re reunited. Until then, we’ll be here, celebrating and holding you close.

Your family.

Christmas Cookie Class

The cake Decorating store where we made Easter Cupcakes last spring is offering a kid’s Christmas Cookie Decorating class on December 21. I know we would have had so much fun doing that together.

I still remember you saying at the last class, “This is the most impressive thing I have ever made.”

You have a lot of impressive things ahead of you.

Love, Nana Shelley

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