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!
Dan, I've tried to comment with my google account but have failed. My email is svpuffin@outlook.com, my mobile is (561) 809-6940. Christmas 2014 is long ago and far away, now in the mists of memory with our college days. Here and now, in 2023, I apologize for causing you any pain - I was young and not very kind. I thank you for your beautiful words, I certainly do not deserve them. I love you and wish you Godspeed on your upcoming big adventure. If we can meet in this world before you go, I'll sing you my songs. If not, tune in when you get to the other side and keep a weather eye out for me. I can use all the angels I can possibly find. Thank you, Dan, I pray for your comfort and peace and that the next world be kinder to you.
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