I write you this year with a short Christmas list. In fact it only has one item on it. I want to re-kindle a lost friendship.
Back in the eighties, when I was in college, I met an incredible person. She taught me about joy, optimism, and love of life. She showed me the world was a lot bigger than what I was seeing through my tunnel vision. We had the most wonderful of conversations.
Unfortunately, in the course of all that, I fell in love with her. That messed everything up. Through the tangle of emotions and circumstance, we parted. Over the years, I have summoned her memory as inspiration countless times. I hold her in the highest esteem.
Earlier this year, I reached out to her through social media and tried to reconnect. I am secure in my marriage and only wish to have a friendship that will enrich both our lives. Unfortunately, I was dumb in my approach. I sent her a Facebook message. In it, I wrote she could get back to me if she wanted to, but I would leave her alone and not badger if there was no response. Of course, I have no idea if she even saw the message...
Santa, if your magic powers really exist, let Michelle see this post. Help her understand my best of intentions and have her reach out to me.
Yours,
Dan
Merry Christmas to All!
