Dear Twinner, this summer I have watched you transform into a truly incredible young man. Thanks for making time to hang out with me this summer. Our conversations and jam seshs always leave me feeling loved and known.
Dear Aunt Patti, I have not shared more hummus platters with any other human on earth but you. Thank you for all of the great conversations we have shared over equally as great food.
Dear Rob, over the years you've gone by many nicknames: oncle-papa, zio, and faux father. Regardless of your status in my life I am grateful you're in it and for all the movies, rants over electronics, and motorcycle rides that we have shared together.
Dear Matthew, I haven't spent much time with you this summer, but in one week you will be back home again after six years of service in the Navy! I am so proud of everything you've accomplished and the exciting adventures you have lined up in the coming months.
Dear Elkton, over the years I have failed to garner any level of affection for you, but over time I have come to understand that affection and appreciation do not always have to coexist. Thank you for consistently being a reminder to always work to triumph over my former self.
Dear Summer 2014, you have not been many things I had hoped you would, but you have provided me many opportunities to rest and recharge before entering into another big semester. Thank you for reminding that I am on the right path, even while helping me realize that I still have a long way to go.
Dear Fall Semester 2014, stay where you are and let me approach with caution. Even though you are still a few weeks away you have already called me into many areas of expanded responsibility and leadership. I hope I don't let you down.
I leave home to go back to the valley tomorrow and I am STOKED!
Much love,
Michy