Dear FM,

Thank you for emailing me to night. It gave me such a lift when we made contact, and not that I was down. So many people are. I'm glad you agreed with what I sent you, and that it's fascinating stuff and the teacher(?) is boring.

You're right about my sibling sending somethings that were wanted for Thanksgiving. He is always more than generous to us. All my siblings are. I think he has also offered to help my parents with our plane tickets for Christmas. Also, I will finally use last years Christmas gift he sent me. It's not me, and so I'm glad there are accommodations and services for two. I've never been to a spa before. He reserved us a room in the remodeled part of the hotel, with dinner and brunch the next day. I hope that I don't chicken out. Besides, I like my broken nails. I'm just not a girlie girl. Poor mom. She's still disappointed.

Thank you for helping me to not keep running from the love of my siblings. I know there are no strings attached and they just want to be there for me and my family. I just wish they could help me get passed mom. I know, it's about accepting her for who she is and that's your job to help me. And, it's my job to trust you - and I do. I'm glad you and I don't have a love hate relationship. And I really meant it when I said I was humbled to be your student and you my teacher.

It's the first time in a long time I'm looking forward to the holidays and all the travel to see good friends and family. And, it's all because of you. I love you lots!

GTGT