Dear guardian angel or whoever is watching over me,
Over the past two years I have been tested more than I can even begin to understand. First, I lost one of my good friends to a foolish accident. Still to this day, I struggle with that incident. I remember when I found out the news and felt the earth shatter. But for some reason, when I think I have hit bottom something happens in my life that reminds me I'm still here. After Tuck's death, I promised myself I wouldn't take another person or moment in my life for granted. Every second we have on Earth is a moment to be cherished because, for some, that moment is their last. You have helped me realize what's important in life.
Last summer I was driving to pick up my sister from her boyfriend's house, and you saved me. I was involved in a very serious car accident. 11:16 was a moment I will never forget. I remember seeing the lights of the other car coming straight for me, and all I said was "Please." Upon impact, the airbags snapped my arm, left bruises, scratches, and a very distraught self. Of course, I put on a happy and brave face and never showed pain. But I was about an inch from bursting out crying in fear. That night you saved me. The cops and medics told me I was lucky nothing more serious happened to me, but luck has nothing to do with it. I'm blessed and watched over by you. That summer was one of the hardest. Still to this day, almost a year later, I have chronic pain from it. But you in a sense help me realize that my pain doesn't compare to others.
About two weeks ago our family pet, Lily, passed away. It was very sudden and honestly heart wrenching. That dog was my mom's best friend while my sisters and I were away. I hadn't cried that hard in I can't even remember how long. That weekend the people that truly mattered in my life were there supporting my entire family. Still the strongest woman I know, my mother, grieves over the loss of her best friend. Every day things get better and I know you are watching over, taking the pain away. I know now that Lily has a friend up with there and you will watch over her too.
A lot has happened to me and I know you will always be there watching over. This letter is to whoever you are and saying thank you because I know you have helped me through some of the worst times. You deserve the most recognition in the world. Thank you for being my guardian angel and making this life that much easier to conquer. Thank you for keeping me smiling and appreciating even the awful times life throws at me.
Love always,
Taylor
