Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Christmas Wish

Dear Mom and Dad,
As Christmas approaches, I know you’ve been wondering what I would like for Christmas. I believe I have mentioned art supplies and boots as options. If you have already bought one of these, I will appreciate the gift! If you have not bought my gift yet, I’ve thought of another—more valuable—option. A plane trip to Michigan over break would be awesome!

You may ask, “Why not simply take a trip to somewhere in the state? We could arrange for a weekend trip to the mountains.” Beautiful scenery is not what I would be expecting in a trip. While I would enjoy seeing a lovely landscape, my wish is more for adventure. You can both testify to how much I love adventure—you have accompanied me to numerous Girl Scout campouts and have sent me to a variety of summer events. Somehow, in all these activities, I’ve never been able to travel by plane. A plane ride would be more exciting—and safer—than an eighteen-hour drive.

Of course, at the heart of my wish to go to Michigan is my desire to see Lainey. She is my only girl cousin near my age. We are both at a pivotal point in our lives! I would love to hear about her experiences so far this year at the University of Michigan. So while you may like to see me over Christmas break since I am usually at Winthrop, I ask you to grant me a week-long trip to Michigan. I would always remember how you helped me stay connected to my cousin and gratified my sense of adventure.

Love you guys!
Cara

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