Dear Nate (on your first day of your sophomore year)- Oh, Nate. You’re breaking my heart this year in just about every way. First of all, the good news—or at least the bit of buried joy. You have become the kid I always dreamed of having. So handsome and confident and smart. Here you are....Continue Reading
Dear Sam (on your last first day)… What can I say that I haven’t already?Sixteen last-day of school letters. I’ve celebrated with you for all the ways you’ve conquered hard times, commiserated with you about the really crappy years, told you how you inspire me (you do), predicted which school years would be remarkable, and...Continue Reading
Dear Elisabeth- The other night, while we were praying, you said something profound that I won’t forget. As we made (joking) predictions about senior year, you suddenly got serious and said, “I have a lot I could lose.” And that’s it, sweetheart. Your life glistens with these gorgeous blessings. You have the most loyal and...Continue Reading
