As you step into the world, my dearest wish for you is simple: never lose your love for the color purple. When asked about your favorite hue, I hope you shout, “Purple!” with the same enthusiasm you have now. As you grow and begin to explore beyond our family—through preschool, sports, and friendships—some will try to convince you that certain interests are meant only for specific people.
I’ve seen the beginnings of this already.
A few weeks ago, while shopping for clothes, a saleswoman sighed and rolled her eyes as you expressed your desire for a pair of lavender skinny jeans. You were too busy admiring them to notice her reaction, but I did, and it stung. Those jeans were on a shelf designated for little girls, but you only saw your favorite color and the joy it brought you. Sadly, her response is just one of many you might encounter as you grow up. Some people may react negatively to you simply being yourself, and that can be tough.
I’ve known boys who once loved purple or pink but shifted to “safer” colors like blue or green to fit in better. But I want you to resist that pressure. Stay true to who you are, even if it means standing out. I hope you become a beacon for others, showing that a boy can adore both purple and trucks, love sparkles and dinosaurs, and wear headbands with cargo shorts. This isn’t about balancing interests; it’s about embracing every aspect of you.
You are the little boy I adore, with dirt on your face and chipped nail polish from playing in the sandbox. So far in your young life, no one has tried to define what it means to be a boy, and your father and I have made sure of that. We believe it’s not about whether you favor trucks or ponies; what matters most is that you accept and love yourself.
At this moment, you are simply you, free from the pressures of popular culture and peer influence. However, I know that as you grow older, this blissful innocence will fade. I wish I could hold you close and tell you that your joyful skip is just as valid as any other way of moving through life. Some traits that might seem “weird” or different could actually become your greatest strengths.
So, my wish for you as you venture out into the world is this: Hold on to your unique sparkle, kid. It’s what makes you, you.
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In summary, my hope is for you to embrace your individuality, love the things you love, and always cherish your unique shine, no matter what others may say.