Mom and Dad

Mom and Dad,

So you don't know I'm doing this but I decided to write you a note from Guate specifically for you two. I don't give ya'll enough credit, I know this, but I really wouldn't be here without you both. Throughout my life you have supported me, cheered me on from the sidelines, and quietly been the wind beneath my wings. I love you so much for that. And I'm sorry I don't tell ya'll enough. Every day that I'm here I wish ya'll were too. Even though ya'll know I believe God sends me here alone evey year for a reason, there are still moments when I just need my Mom and Dad. It's in the simple moments, like walking through the market, talking to Kique, or even when I just have a really bad headache. It's those times when I just say to myself "Gosh, I just wish they were here". Ya'll have allowed me to spread my wings and leave the nest probably earlier than you've wanted to at times and I respect you so much for it, I know it hasn't always been easy. I also thank you for the times you've helped me, allowed me to make my own mistakes and for the times you've let me fail. It's in those times I've grown the most. And when I look back on them, I still see you there, never truely leavig my side. In 3 days I'll be home with you and I know ya'll are ready and I am too. Thank you for supporting my passion here and for understanding why it's so bittersweet to leave. You've never once challenged it. Thank you for putting up with my tired skype calls, the aggrivated ones and even the nights I didn't call at all. I know every kid says this and I'm sure they are right in their own respect but I really do have some of the greatest parents out there. Ya'll are the best and I love you more than ya'll will ever know. Thank you for everything!

And remember, no matter where I go in this world or what I do, I'll always be your baby girl (:

Love Always,
Rinnie (Momma)
Little One (Dad)