No Sad

Another layout for the AMM DT call.


Journaling Reads:
When they meet you in person, people always comment on how much you look
like your dad. My sister was so surprised about the close resemblance
that she said, “Couldn’t you have passed on one of your genes?” And,
it’s true, on the surface you don’t look anything like me.



But, there’s always more to people than their looks.



Tomorrow is my thirty-third birthday and my wonderful sister decided to
do something extra special this time. She found a writer and had her
write the story of how much my sister loves and appreciates me.



When I got the book in the mail, I couldn’t believe my eyes. I sat down
to read and my eyes instantly filled with tears. I didn’t even notice
that you were watching me until you walked up to me. You said:



“No sad. No crying.” You took the book from my hands and you put it on
the table.



David, you’re still a little too young for me to explain the difference
between sad tears and happy ones, but obviously not too young for
empathy. Paying attention to others’ feelings and wanting to put an end
to their sadness is something we share. My wonderful son, I hope you
never lose the genuineness with which you care about others and always
bring them the kind of joy you’ve brought into my life. I am so
delighted to know you.



I’m also glad to know that I did pass on a few genes to you, after all.