You came and changed the game, FOR SURE!
You came at a very "comfortable" time in our lives. Your sister was almost 6, so as far as we knew, everything was good. For a long time, we didn't even think we wanted a second kid. But, the more time that passed, the more time we saw that we were missing something. We were missing you.
You are SO different than Bella. She is more "earth" and you are more "fire". I can't tell you how shell-shocked we were when we brought you home and we saw just how different you were gonna be. But, we knew.
I'm sitting in bed (you went to sleep not too long ago). I'm looking through pictures of you. This is you and Bells. Seeing this makes my heart so happy. Just knowing that you two have each other, that is all I want for you. Sisters are a blessing and I hope that when you two grow up you stay close and go through life together.
As an older sister, I know the responsibility we have to be a good example for our younger siblings. I know that Bella is aware of this and I know in my heart that she will be a great example for you and that you will be able to lean on her for support when you need her.
As a younger sister, I also know what it means to have someone to turn to when you may not be able to come to your dad or me. Please promise me that you will always follow those good examples. If she's not setting a good example, please promise me that you will speak your mind and do the right thing. That is your responsibility. It is a mutual relationship and one of the most precious things you will ever have in your life. Cherish it. Forever.
You will probably always have hand-me-downs. You will probably always get those "You sister never did that" speeches.
I promise you that we will try to keep the comparisons down to a minimum, because we love you the EXACT same. You are loved just as much. Forever and always.