Tell Him You Love Him

After so many months of time standing still, we’re venturing out to see - and hug (yes!) - family and friends. Elementary school yards are buzzing and events that were entirely virtual last May are now at least partially in person. Today, my son, Zev, will put on his cap and gown and walk the football field to receive his high school diploma with all the other students whose last names begin with letters A-E. Hey, we’ll take it!

It’s crystal clear that connection with others, especially those closest to us, is essential to our overall health. As the tremendous appreciation for coming out of this hell is still all we talk about, it’s a great time to make a huge deal about the people in our lives...to tell them explicitly how much we care about them.

In my letter to my graduate, I describe what I've noticed about him over the years and over this past year. I talk about the things I love to do with him (like watching every Marvel movie in order) and beam about the traits I most admire (kindness, sense of fun). I can’t wait to see him grow even more fully into himself. Writing this letter was a gift to myself and I also know that it will earn a spot in Zev’s keepsake box.

Who wouldn’t want a love letter like this from a parent or grandparent?