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5 Lessons My Baby Nephew Taught Me
Those big brown eyes changed my life
As soon as I saw that little head of dark brown hair, I was hooked. It was love at first sight. After holding his tiny body in my arms, I was on cloud 9.
I didn’t know I could love something so much, so quickly.
My love for that little guy has only grown.
He makes life brighter, lighter and better.
Late night cuddles, reaching for my arms to pick him up, clinging to my leg when he’s scared — it’s a love I’ve never felt.
My whole life I’d been deprived of babies, until my sister had her first child.
I didn’t know how much I was missing out by not having little kids around. They bring a fresh light into this world that's unlike anything else.
Here are 5 things my nephew has taught me:
1. Life is Beautiful
To Danny, my nephew, everything is new and exciting. The moon, the trees, the truck driving down the road, the dog barking, the pretty pink flowers, and the puddles on the ground. Each day…
