Author Archives: Mark

08-26-2014 Weekend Update

Dear Joseph and Lucia, It’s been a few days since I last wrote to you.  It was a busy weekend and start to the week.  I rode the train down to Fort Worth again Saturday morning.  Michèle and I spent … Continue reading

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08-21-2014 Life Lessons

Dear Joseph and Lucia, I tried writing you yesterday, but had a computer glitch that decided to delete the entire letter just before I posted it. (Grrrr) I want to let you guys know that you are both beautiful, intelligent, … Continue reading

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08-19-2014 Thinking of you

Dear Joseph & Lucia, I’m on my lunch break and don’t have much time. Its been several days since I’ve written. I apologize. Over the weekend I didn’t open my computer. I wanted to optimize my limited time at home. … Continue reading

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08-15-2014 Encouragement

Dear Joseph and Lucia, I’ve recently been going through a tough spot emotionally.  Writing to you guys every day reminds me of how much I miss you. For years, professionals, friends, and family have recommended I do this, but I was … Continue reading

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08-14-2014

Dear Joseph and Lucia, I don’t really have much to say today. Actually I have plenty to say, but I don’t want to be negative. Sometimes I have to wear a happy mask and hope it soaks in. I just … Continue reading

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08-13-2014 A happier note

Dear Joseph and Lucia, I’m aware the last few letters have been about sad things. I want to change the tone. I’ve talked frequently about Michèle. She is such a positive influence on my life. Every morning at 7:45 we … Continue reading

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08-12-2014 Today is a sad day

Dear Joseph and Lucia, When I was your age currently, there was a wonderful sitcom I used to watch… Mork and Mindy. The main character was portrayed by Robin Williams.  His sense of humor was incredibly fast. Last night he … Continue reading

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Dear Joseph and Lucia, Do you remember Father Isidore? You met him on our trip back from California.  At the time he was pastor at the church in Taylor.  I’ve reconnected with him.  He’s now the pastor at St. Thomas More.  … Continue reading

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08-06-2014 Hope

Dear Joseph and Lucia, Every morning on my way into work, I stop by a store and get frozen yogurt with fresh fruit. I’ve made friends with Jeremy who works there.  Today I learned he just recently found his father … Continue reading

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08-05-2014 Waiting…

Dear Joseph and Lucia, Today is another one of those days where everything is less than happy.  I’m struggling with your absence in my life.  It started yesterday afternoon.  I spent a while looking into the options available to me.  … Continue reading

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