I'll never have the courage to send this to you, but I need to say a few things.

When I was new at school, alone, you accepted me. You probably don't realize it, but as we grew up every word, every brief glance, meant the world. You made my life so much better than it might have been, and I'll never forget you. I still read the books you gave me for my birthday- they were my favorite gifts that year. I just want to thank you, for everything.

[submitted 05/12/03]