A few years ago, my mum produced a letter written by a great uncle which he wrote to his children. It was a family history and a summary of his experiences in life and his advice to them.
It was a fascinating read. Full of many people I never knew and good advice.
A few months ago I had a massive heart attack (just hit 40). Known as the "Widow maker", I should by all rights be a dead man. Somehow, I made it through and am still here.
I haven't written my own "Letter to my children" yet, but put this post up for all family members here to put up theirs. Hopefully I'll be around to put my own post up, but if you have some thoughts on this, who knows, maybe your kids will find your message here.