Dear Friend,
Today, I came home from a very challenging day at work. Ever have those days where things just seem so difficult, no matter how hard you try? Well, today was one of those days. It was a long day. I knew it was going to be a trying day when I accidentally slammed my shoulder into one of those stacked cases that are like 5.5ft tall. (It still hurts as I'm typing this.)
I woke up at 4:45am, stayed at school late (we had early dismissal), and then went to tutor. I came home just as the sun was setting, a reminder that days have a beginning and an ending. I saw your package and opened it up on the counter.
There was no return address but the handwriting looked so familiar. I opened it up to find a wonderful assortment of "teacher things." Thank you for the notecards, paperclips, mouse pad papers, and those other trinkets that you had sent. Your envelope slipped out and I saw my name "Alex." Again, your handwriting had that same familiarity to it. I recognized your writing but can't seem to put my finger on exactly which friend you are.
Nevertheless, your note reminded me that I am never alone, that God loves me and that if I keep pressing forward, He will give me the desires of my heart in time.
Your package arrived to me at exactly the moment that I needed it.
I wish I knew which friend you were to say "thank you." But, I just have to take comfort in knowing that your kind, and thoughtful gesture made my day.
With your kindness, I also realized that when I finally have a future relationship with a guy, I will have to be "okay" with not being "in control," "having a plan," and allowing another person to care for me "just because." I'm so used to doing things for other people, that it felt different being on the "receiving" side. Today, receiving your package is what I needed.
So, from one "Sister in Christ" to another,
Thank You.
Alex
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