For You

These words came to me for my dear friend whose eyes are forever searching for the future with such hope and certainty, yet cloud illusions often get in the way...

Dear one, your heart is bigger than most, and your life reminds the rest of us that we are indeed alive. Your hope is infectious and your sincerity is breathtaking. These are your strengths, and combined they form the strongest love possible--that which you may not realize but is nevertheless ever present. You have know for a long time that your life is a moving jazz piece, accompanied by a full orchestra. Sometimes you want to close the score, averting your eyes from the score because parts of the composition are so emotionally wrecking. Though understandable and quite reasonable, you the conductor must finish the work, as those around you cannot play their part without your vulnerable guiding hand.

Words cannot describe the affection I feel for you. Your soul has touched mine, saved mine from depths so dark I could not even see my thoughts. That is a gift that goes beyond what anyone else can offer, and you alone graciously offered it freely and lovingly. Giving is comfortable for you, and in the same way you must let others give to you. Many are not suited to such an opportunity, as they have proven time and again that their ways are blinded by selfishness and stupidity. Do not be forever troubled by this, for it is but a glimpse of the possibilities ahead. This world is big and great hearts are found daily by those who seek them. You have great heart my friend, and you will reach great heights in all you do. Mostly, you will be loved.

Finally, please do not allow yourself to be spoiled by the sourness of bad experiences and lousy people, for your simple genuine spirit outshines all such nonsense. Instead, be encouraged that one day these steps in training will be lifted and you will come into your own--you will come alive like a great wind upon the sea. Trust in friendship, dear one, allowing yourself to be nourished through the greatest fellowship man has to offer. Know that your growth occurs alongside another's, that we are in this together until the end. My desire is for you to be joyful, realizing the beauty that surrounds you and emanates from your being. Hold yourself in high regard, for you are a rock to many and your strength and compassion uplift us all. Cling to hope as you always have, and the path will eventually lead you home.

Forever affectionately yours,

Jack