A Letter from Mount Everest.

Dear you,

It probably seems out of the ordinary to receive a letter from me, 

especially after so much time has passed.

But let's be honest, I always was the exception.

And this letter is no different.

This isn't me begging you to get back together or even to talk to me again,

but rather an opportunity for me to finally close the door.

You were, and always will be, my first love. 

You brought me so much happiness. Always put a smile on my face.

A smile - that many in my life - once told me they'd never seen before.

And you know what?....neither had I.

I loved the warmth I felt when I was wrapped up in your arms. 

The safety I felt when I was with your family.

And the tremendous amounts of love I had in my heart for you. 

But why am I suddenly sharing all of this with you?

Because you need to know that there are people that love you.

Your friends and your family and even

this ex-girlfriend (I still hate the sound of that).

Following our break-up, I was told a lot of different things by a lot of people.

 I was given tons of advice and guidance. 
Some good, some bad, and some that really caused me to think. 

But after everything, I simply wish that I could share with you all that I learned.

When you broke up with me, I was angry and hurt.

But mostly, confused.

What happened? Why wasn't I good enough?
Why was the timing so off? 

Why was the boy I loved walking out my door without so much as a glance backwards? 

Too many questions and memories swirled around in my head.

 I didn't eat for weeks, I lost interest in everything.

When I was able to sleep, my dreams were vivid depictions of you and me. 

When words failed me, I cried. A lot. 

I lost my spirit for life, and became severely depressed.

Simply put, I had hit my lowest point in life. 

Ever.

Yet here I am.....six months after hitting rock bottom.

I'm on the mend, finally headed to the castle.

I've had time to clear my head and organize my thoughts.

And if we ever spoke again, this is what I would tell you....

You have so much potential, you just can't see it.

You're stuck in the small-town life, working a job you don't really want.

I completely understand helping out your family (I'm in the same position),

but at what costs?
Will you ever pursue those dreams of going to mechanic school?
Or opening your specialized auto body shop?

It's time for you to grow up, broaden your horizons, 

and become the man you are meant to be.

Move out of that town, spread your wings to new experiences. 
Take that internship in San Francisco.

Make new friends. Pick-up a new hobby.

Reach for the stars.

You're going to take the world by storm one day.

I believe that with my whole heart. 

Now you need to see it too.

I don't want to ask anything of you, except this.....

realize that the door will always be open. 

For another relationship?....I don't know, but ALWAYS for a friendship.

I want to be there for you, to support you.
 To encourage your goals and dreams.
We broke up, but that doesn't mean the only option we have is to cut each other out.

You'll always have me - you occupy a very special place in my heart.

With that said, promise me the next girl you see gives you everything I couldn't.
I loved you more than words; however, I obviously wasn't what you needed.
Don't let our break-up be in vain. 
Make the most of this second chance. 
Search high and low. Find your perfect girl. 
And don't ever settle for less than what you deserve.

I've worked and reworked the ending of this letter.
But there really is no good way to end this letter, especially when I'm writing it 
to the man I once loved so deeply.
So I'll leave you with this....
I enjoyed every second of the journey we (Fifi LaTrick and The Don) shared together.
And I'll look forward to the day when we can once again be friends.

All my love, forever and always.

- Mt. Everest