Hi Mrs. Pisano,
This is Jennifer Pantona, I just wanted to send you a quick email. First off, I'd like to say thanks for all you've done, it truly means a lot to me. You didn't have to extend your hand and help me this much, and I am so thankful for it!
And, I'd also like to say how much I love the book, "Tuesdays With Morrie." Wow! I really enjoy it. I am almost done, and I just begun reading it. I can't put the book down! It just has a special appeal to me.
I recently lost a close friend of mine, who was like a father figure to me, and while trying to get over his death, I have found comfort in this book. Although it is very sad, I love how Morrie looks up to everything! He doesn't let himself get down, although he is dieing and not getting better. Even though I have not finished reading the book, I have learned so much from it! And, before I was introduced to this book by Mrs. Swick on Monday, I kept thinking about death, and how grateful I was to be alive any moment. Because, one minute you could be perfectly fine, and the next minute, you're gone. Without saying any goodbyes. Like, my friend, he died unexpectedly, and that hit me hard.
So, after that (happened 3 weeks ago), I would wake up each morning, so thankful that I was still alive, and that I have family and friends who love me. Even though, I don't show it often, I hope they know that I love them. And, I've been trying to take that extra step and be nicer to ones around me, and not judge so quickly.
Now, I started reading the book last night, and I could feel myself relating to it. And, it feels ironic to me, that I was affected by death and this book comes and teaches me the most important things. Even though, we all realize that we will die someday, I guess some of us don't worry about it til the time comes.
I've been through a lot this past year, and I so happy I have support. Even though I don't treat it with respect, I still have it. And, I could have it a lot worse.
Sorry, I guess I started rambling on.. haha. I'm not sure if its understandable, cause I had so much on my mind, but I just wanted to say how much this book has affected me. Thanks for choosing it! Another good book, which I own a copy of, is called "The Perks Of Being A Wallflower" by Stephen Chbosky. If you'd like to read it, I could lend you it. But, its also a very good book, which teens can relate to, with pressures and high school.
Well, I hope all is well for you. I'm doing a bit better, slowly but surely. Thanks again for everything!
Jennifer Pantona
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