Letter to The first Born

Good day to my Hive family, its been a minute since i posted here, i had to jump on this contest posted by Hive account@hive-naija, its the season of love and i have someone so special i wanted to dedicate this post to. My lovely elder sis Mrs Grace Adimefe.

Dear big sis,
This letter is a reminder of how amazing you are. Growing up, my friends always thought I was obsessed with you. When you came home from school, I left all my friends just to spend time with you; they didn't understand why.Our parents were physically present but not always emotionally present for us; they thought that as long as they provided for you, we were okay in all aspects. But you were there for us anytime; we had to nickname you “deputy mom."

My best friend and confidant, the most reliable person I know, I remember the first time I had a crush on a guy and it wasn't reciprocated. I called you and cried.
You comforted me and reassured me.

Or is it time you sacrificed your new phone for me because I wont stop crying over mine that went missing?

I have so much fond memories of you, and i can’t wait to create more with you

I know that you feel lost and weighed down. I know you feel like you have to always be independent and strong for us. You carry so much burden and are always ready to drop all your personal issues just to cater for us.I apologize that your childhood was spent taking care of us and always being on the defensive because of us.

You did a great job with us; you taught us all we know; you can see and be proud of us; you did a good job, Gracy; and the kids you nurtured are grown. You can now rest and let us look after you.

So heres a reminder that you got an entire force behind you at anytime

1. We will always be your shield, you can rely on us.

2. We will always have your interest at heart

3. We will always make you smile

4. We are so proud of you

5. We will always be your friends

6. When youre sick, you can count on us to nurture you back to health

7. We will always come to your rescue, name the place and time

8. Youre loved and respected by us.

9. You can call to vent to us, we will always listen

No matter what happens in life or where you go, never let anyone make you feel unloved because you are loved so much at home.

I know it's unfair that you took so much hit and be mature when you should have just been a child, because you wanted to take care of us. It's also unfair that our parents relied on you to be a grownup at a tender age just because you’re the first child. I know there are days you cry yourself to sleep because the burden was too much.

You now have a support system, and we will do all we can to be there for you.

My omalicha, daddy’s Ada, tomato jos, sweet sister ever, my mum’s pride and joy, Deputy mum, strongest woman I know, Apple of her husbands eye.
Youre a blessing to us all.

We love you sis, thanks for all you do for us.

                                         Yours sincerly 
               Your baby sis that loves you more than food,lol.

Thanks for reading.