Dear Derrick,

Christmas and the New Year have come and gone. You got a new bike for Christmas and a bike lock to go with it. As I watched you opening up gifts, I remember how you were when you were so much younger. It made me nostalgic and I looked up old pictures of when you were a baby and toddler. I have so many wonderful memories.

I think of you each and every day. Sometimes I will be watching something on television and I will think of you. Those are the times when I call you while you are at your dad's house. Perhaps that is God doing his thing.

I have noticed how you are such in a rush to get things done. Please know that you shouldn't rush when it comes to family. Cherish every moment you have with them.

Love you,

Mom