Beloved

July 1, 2010

oι φιλoι,

I has been my sincerest wish that I could offer your something more—something more eloquent, something more profound, something more than these words on paper— but I was entirely at a loss. Forgive my lack of grace.

When I think of moving of Philadelphia my heart clenches in my chest. I am overcome with remorse. I grow considerable more despondent as the days go by and my departure looms near. I have loved everything about San Diego. But as much as this place—and its wind, sand, and stars, have irrevocably marked me, so much more have you, dear friend.

For you are the very colors of my life.

And so the thought that we must part—for a time as yet undefined, breaks my heart more than I can say. I regret not being able to bear witness to the greatness that is your life.

You should know that I am nothing without you.

And you shall remain irreplaceable in my life. No matter where I venture, or whom I may meet, nothing and no one can replace the memories I have with you, my friends.

I am fully aware of how lucky I have been to have thus known you. And I want to let you know how proud I am of you and what you’ve done in your life. You will continue to do great things.

Let’s continue on.

I will end this simply.

Thank you. A thousand times, thank you.

Be well. Be happy.

Live Beautifully.

Until we meet again~~