Instant messaging took away the magic and the pause that sitting down to write a letter requires. As I read your post, I couldn't help but picture you right there by that window with the lantern and the gold-rimmed paper; it's such a beautiful image. I have to say your childhood anecdote surprised me, but even so, be grateful for who you are today thanks to everything you've lived through.

If writing makes you happy, please don't leave it for tomorrow—I hope you can buy that pen and start writing. You have an incredible talent for storytelling and conveying emotion. Thank you @teknon for sharing something so personal and lovely. ✨💌