Upon receiving your owl last night, your father shared with me the joyous news of our, albeit temporary, grandparenthood. Do remember darling, that our family motto prizes your duty to and honouring of your family, which will apparently include animated plastic for the next fortnight. As such, I've enclosed a little something that will ensure your responsibility to your "daughter" remains at the forefront of your mind.
You've always been a wonderful and loving big brother, Philip, and while I do hope actual grandchildren will be kept at bay for a few years yet, I know you'll do splendidly, both with the assignment and when the time truly comes.
Do give our dearest love to Maxwell. The banana bread and blueberry scones sent with this letter are to be shared with him.
Adela has drawn a picture for you of the two of you riding. I rather feel she's made plans for your holidays already.