Legacy of Love
Right now, my granddaughters, Emery and Autumn, are still so little, tiny hands, bright eyes, and hearts full of wonder. Both under the age of three, they are at the very beginning of their journey in this world, soaking in every moment, every sound, and every touch. As I watch them grow, I can’t help but think about the legacy I want to leave behind for them.
Being their grandmother isn’t just about snuggles, bedtime stories, and laughter, though I cherish those moments more than anything. It’s about laying the foundation for something deeper, something lasting. I have spent years working on myself learning how to love who I am, setting boundaries, embracing my imperfections, and stepping into my worth. But I don’t want my granddaughters to have to spend years figuring that out for themselves. I want them to always know, from the very start, that they are special, they are loved, and they are enough.
Right now, love is something they feel in the warmth of a hug, the soothing rhythm of a lullaby, the gentle touch of my hand on theirs. As they grow, I want them to always know that love is constant, unwavering, and unconditional. No matter where life takes them, they will always have my love to fall back on.
Love is in the little things, the way I sing to Autumn as she looks up at me with her big, bright eyes, how I chase after Emery as she giggles and runs ahead. It’s in the way I listen, the way I hold space for them, the way I delight in their presence.
At this young age, they don’t yet know what it means to compare themselves to others. They don’t question if they’re too much or not enough. They are simply themselves, bold, curious, joyful, and completely whole.
As they grow, the world may try to tell them otherwise, but I will be here to remind them: You are enough. You don’t need to be anything other than who you are. You are worthy of love, joy, and all the goodness life has to offer, just as you are.
Right now, their biggest adventures involve exploring their surroundings, touching the grass, chasing after bubbles, and discovering the magic of something as simple as a new toy or a splash in the water. But soon, their worlds will expand.
I want them to grow up knowing that they can dream as big as they want. That they should never hold themselves back from exploring the world, trying new things, and believing in their own abilities. Whether it's climbing a tree, painting a masterpiece, or dancing to their own rhythm, I want them to trust in their own curiosity and courage.
Even under the age of three, I see Emery beginning to assert her independence, learning to say no when something doesn’t feel right. And Autumn, though still just a baby, will soon follow in her sister’s footsteps.
I want to help them learn that setting boundaries is a good thing, that it’s okay to protect their space, their emotions, and their energy. That saying no doesn’t make them unkind, it makes them strong.
And through my actions, I will show them what it means to stand confidently in who they are. Because confidence isn’t something they need to grow into, it’s something they already have. My job is to nurture it, not let the world chip away at it.
I know that their parents, my son and daughter-in-law, will teach them so much. They will provide guidance, wisdom, and love in countless ways. My role as their grandmother is not to overshadow that, but to add to it, to be another source of love, encouragement, and support. I want to be one of the people they run to when they need a hug, when they want to tell a silly story, when they need to hear, “I believe in you.”
Right now, they are still small. They don’t yet understand all of these things. But through my love, my actions, and my presence in their lives, I hope to plant seeds that will grow alongside them.
My biggest wish? That loving themselves comes naturally. That they don’t have to unlearn the things so many of us did. That self-love is something they carry with them from the start, never doubting for a second how incredibly special they are.
This is my legacy of love and my promise to them. Now and always.
XO Sheryl
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