Monday, November 3, 2008

February 2, 1992

Dear Charlie,
I'm glad that you and your teacher are getting along together and talking about stuff other than school. He is right, you should stop smoking. Here's a site that can help you; https://www.quitnow.net/quitplan/ I hope it does help you with that bad habit. It's good that you are liking the book so far as well, if you work hard you will become that writer you want to be. Good luck with everything.
-Edward Swanson

November 8, 1991

Dear Charlie,
Congratulations on your paper, I bet you'll do even better on your next paper. You'll be a great writer when you grow up. I don't think Craig looks at Sam the right way either. A girl should look beautiful in her boyfriend's eyes no matter what she wears or how she is viewed.
-Edward Swanson

October 6, 1991

Dear Charlie,
I'm glad you made some new friends, they seem like good people. I'm glad that you are moving ahead in life and not dwelling on the past. Don't worry about the dream with Sam in it, that is common among boys your age. I have to warn you though, don't start smoking it will mess your body up for life.
-Edward Swanson

April 26, 1992

Dear Charlie,
There are many kids like you that struggle with these problems. You shouldn't resort to illegal drugs to get over the pain though. You can get over the pain without pot. This hard time will pass eventually. You will be able to remember this experience in the future and think, "How was I so sad about that?" This won't be so bad later on, you and your friends will get back together and have fun with each other again. These feelings won't last forever, they will end eventually.
-Edward Swanson