Tag Archives: Lucia Randel

12-12-2014 To my Daughter

Dear Lucia, If you ever want to reach out to me, send me an email at markus.randel@live.com.  I understand if you are hesitant or scared. I was too when I started writing letters to you and Joseph. I suspect you … Continue reading

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12-12-2014 An Evening at the Movies

Dear Joseph and Lucia, I had an unexpected surprise last night.  I went to the local video store to buy a copy of Guardians of the Galaxy.  In the parking lot were two beautiful dogs in the back of a … Continue reading

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10-02-2014 Keep Memories

Dear Joseph and Lucia, While I was picking up a sandwich today for lunch, one of the guys asked me to do my Elmo voice. As soon as I did a good Elmo laugh, everyone stopped and smiled.  A girl … Continue reading

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09-12-2014 Home

Dear Joseph and Lucia, It was a very nice morning today.  It was in the 50’s.  I was curled up deep under the covers with the cat up next to me.  I didn’t want to get out of bed, but … Continue reading

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09-09-2014 It’s a good day

Dear Joseph and Lucia, It’s a good morning after all the mess over last weekend.  I met with my doctor this morning.  She’s been monitoring my progression as I went through a recent bought of depression.  The medications I’m on … Continue reading

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08-28-2014 Excited, Sad, and Encouraged

Dear Joseph and Lucia, I’m excited, sad, and encouraged all at the same time. I’m excited because this website had a sudden influx of traffic in the last 24 hours.  The hits were mostly looking at the archive.  My first … 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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08-15-2014 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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08-13-2014 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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