The Letter

Dear Mom and Dad,

I know this seems strange, I've never written before and I don't need money or have to tell you anything bad. So don't get worried, I have no underlying motives. I looked for a Sweetest Day card for you and I decided that what I want to say could never be done justice with a card.

I love you two. I know I don't say that enough and I'm sorry. You have given me a wonderful life and all I have ever wanted. You have been my support and guides for everything that matters in life. I owe you the world. I could never ask for better parents. You have given me excellent roles to follow and I pray that I can be like you when I have children of my own. You will be a tough act to follow, but I will try my best.

I have realized a lot this senior year of college. My student organization has taught me so much about who I already am. I know I have a lot to offer, not just in school, but in real life. Not only the children I teach in my classes, but my peers look up to me (call them crazy!) and I guess they see something good. Maybe they're the ones responsible for showing that to me, but you're the ones who initially taught me. I find myself talking like you. I really look up to you and I'm glad you gave me this chance. You have given me so much without asking for anything in return.

I think that the best thing you have given me is love. I learned from you to put my heart into everything I do, and that makes all the difference. You have set the greatest example of love that I have ever seen. You showed me what true love should be and I pray that I have found that same star that is still shining for you. I thank God every day for him (Paul) and the love he has given to me. I never thought those dreams could be real.

I love him, Mom and Dad. It seems so strange to tell you but this boyfriend is so different from the rest. My life will never be the same again. Dating doesn't seem like a game anymore. Its scary to believe that this is so right, at last. I never thought I could trust someone so much or that it could ever feel like this in my heart. I wish I could describe it better, I wish I could show you how much Paul means to me.

It seems like forever since I told you I love you both. You have given me so much and I hope I have made you proud. Now, like before, this is not a plea for money or any unexpected surprise. I just wanted you to know that I could never ask for any more than what you have given me. (But I'm sure I'll try. - maybe some cookies in the mail would be a nice surprise-ha ha!) But seriously, have a happy Sweetest Day. I'll try to come home this weekend.

Lots of love from your little girl!

Love,