Acht: A Thank You Letter to Someone Who Has Changed Your Life

Dear You,

I know you know you changed my life.  The thing is, if it weren't for you, I probably wouldn't even be alive.  I miss you whenever I think of you, and it seems impossible t oget in contact with you.  You screwed up.  I know that.  You know that.  And a lot of people who shouldn't know that, do.  Some people stopped loving you because of what you did- but I believe no one is beyond reproach.  We are called to be like Christ and to live in a way that is beyond reproach, but I've sinned, just like you have.  And so has everyone who judges you for your mistakes.

I know you think I'm precocious.  I always have been, always will be.  But the fact that you brought me down to the right level, and didn't patronize me, and treated me like I was an adult, meant so much to me in a time when no one understood where I was at.  I love you for that.  I used to say I would go to college out there just to be nearer to you, but you always knew I would change my mind.  And of course, I did.  But that doesn't mean I don't miss you.  And no, I don't want you to be the one who sings at my wedding anymore, but I'd still love for you to be there.

You really made a difference in my life, and I owe a lot of who I am to you.  And I pray that you are well, and that you are overcoming the struggles that doubtless torment you daily.

Be good.

Love,
Me