Let’s end the year with a true and touching message of hope, love and inspiration. I have a dear friend who was willing to share with all of us a letter his stepdaughter wrote him for Christmas. It was accompanied by a picture of the two of them, taken shortly after they met.
He has been a stepfather for 25 years to this 29 year old woman and her sister. When I think of successful and happy remarriages, I think of this wonderful couple which I have the privilege to have as friends.
I hope you enjoy reading it. I would love to hear your impression of it.
Have a very happy, healthy and prosperous new year.
Here’s the letter:
Triumphant Love
I was not concerned about trying to find the right words to say when giving you this gift. I looked at what I put in this frame and the first thing that came to mind were the two words, “Triumphant Love”. I can’t help but cry because I realize now how hard it was to love us. Maybe me more than my sister, but you were triumphant in succeeding to create a bond out of a wreck. It’s moments like the one I framed that I remember more than the bad or hard times. I think that is what my problem is when I can’t recall things I did or said. Not only with me, but with any battle you have faced, you were triumphant, and now facing a battle that is truly life or death, I pray that you triumphant again. That these moments keep happening and that I have you in my corner for a joke, a hug, or a seat belt race.
I love you!
Merry Christmas!