Letter #4: Hombres

Dear Paige,

I seem to remember that you’re with Charles these days. Or is it Jason? My lack of memory should show you how insignificant both of them will become over time. I know they can hurt you and honestly, they’re going to continue to do so for awhile. Love them but learn from them, too, and then let go when your gut tells you it’s enough.

You’re going to meet two special men who really matter along the way and you’re not going to marry either of them. There are lots of boyfriends and dating, even a girlfriend or two, but no one who is going to stick around for a long time, at least as a partner. I think this is because you and I made a priority out of enjoying life and living it completely. We seem to be too observant of others and it scares them or they think it’s magic or something. You’re going to have to deal with all the garbage around growing up in a house with our parents (there is so much therapy in your future, girl!). We get excited about and invested in new things like going to school and wanting to create and write and sing and play drums and, and, and…

I can tell you that there are very few regrets, lots of godchildren, a precious nephew, and great pets.

I love you. I am so proud of you. You have quite a journey ahead. Hang tight, love hard, forgive yourself, and laugh. I’ll write again soon.

Love, 

Me