This past weekend my brother Derek came to Cincinnati for a visit. While here he found an old essay he wrote for a college class in 1998. With his permission I’m posting it for you to read.
What I find most special about this paper is the last paragraph. Derek writes,
“April is still young and learning how to read, and she may never read any of this, but I want everyone to know how great it is to have her in my life.”
Well, this weekend April read his paper – all by herself. It was truly special milestone for both of them.
Thank you Derek for allowing me to share this with so many. I love you and am proud of who you are too.
Jen, I read this with tears in my eyes…I fondly remember your sweet sister with a BIG smile on her face! What a privilege it is to read your brother’s essay and hear his heart and also to see picts of you 3 together! How neat, thanks for sharing!!! 🙂
Not onlly can she read Derek’s paper but she has also read all 4 books in the Twilight Series. She continues to learn daily just as any other adult should be doing. Mom/Susan
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Jen, I read this with tears in my eyes…I fondly remember your sweet sister with a BIG smile on her face! What a privilege it is to read your brother’s essay and hear his heart and also to see picts of you 3 together! How neat, thanks for sharing!!! 🙂
Not onlly can she read Derek’s paper but she has also read all 4 books in the Twilight Series. She continues to learn daily just as any other adult should be doing. Mom/Susan