Jesse,

I've had something to tell you for quite awhile,  there something about your daughter's smile:-)I tried ignore the truth, because it is easier,  but when I see her grin, you deserve to hear. You may be my annoying younger brother,   but still you know me more than any other.And when I think of how we had to grow up,   your the only one that might even give a fuck. It's hard to tell you that you make me proud,  our childhood sibling rivalry was usually loud.I know you blame me for some of your pain,  and the lasting effect's will always remain.    But when I see you two laughing on the floor,  smiling and tickling without a thought of before.You make my heart swell for what you've done,  you're showing your little girl that she is the one. Our Dad, as you know, could not offer us that,  he could never step up and take his turn at bat.So it truly is a miracle to see you so involved,  to witness your caring and determined resolve.

 You have given your Daughter what we never knew,
   a Father who care's and who will always be there too.
 Your sweet Abigail is lucky, and I am so very glad.
   Not every father has what it takes, to be a good Dad.
  Love your Sister, Julie
 3/11/09 D.D.

For my brother Jesse.