Auntie Becca

 When I arrived in Calgary almost a year ago, I knew I was going to be a girlfriend and eventually a wife. I knew I was coming out here to meet my future in-laws and Brody's whole family. I was excited and so nervous and really wanted to make a good impression. Luckily, I bonded with all of them pretty easily. But there were three family members I was especially close with and still am to this day: my nieces and nephew, Amelia, Allora and Kheean. 



    I have spent a lot of time with kids in my lifetime; I have nannied, worked in daycares, babysat, and I have 3 younger siblings of my own, along with many young cousins. Kids are a huge part of my life and I can't wait to have children of my own one day. So I was so so excited to meet these sweet kids and be their auntie. I can't even explain the joy I feel whenever I walk into a room and I hear their sweet little voices saying, "Auntie Becca!!!" and they run towards me for hugs. 


They were so excited to be at my wedding

We watch shows

I've been blessed to watch this little one grow up this past year 

I've attended birthday parties

And have taken so many selfies!!

    Meeting Brody has blessed my life in many ways, but I am so glad that through him I have taken on the title of Auntie. I can't wait to watch these amazing kids grow up and be in their lives forever. 


















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