Dear Joseph and Lucia,

My tickets are booked for the Heartland Flyer tomorrow morning.  I’m finally going home after two long weeks. I’m looking forward to seeing Michèle.  There’s an art festival in Richardson we’re planning to go to.  My friend Craig will likely join us.  I’m looking forward to it.  A lot of artists auditioned for it. I’ll make sure to take lots of pictures.

I’m hoping to see you guys soon.  There are a lot of gears in motion that might allow us to see each other.  I’ll be patient if you don’t want to see me right off, but it’s important for me to let you know I miss you every day of my life. If it takes months or even years, I’ll be patient.  If there is anything you want to ask me, I’ll always be here waiting.

Love,
Dad