Wise to Italy

Hey Sweet Boo,
Does the Summer/Fall '09 really have to come to an end? I've just loved having you home for this special time in our lives, and will treasure every memory. And now on to the next phase. And it's something like a dream. I'm not sure I've come to grips with what's about to happen. On the one hand I'm gonna miss you terribly, but on the other I'm excited for your upcoming adventure. I guess it's the picture perfect job description for an English/Drama double major with 12 hours of Italian. I know you've loved your two trips to Italy, and you're about to have a really good dose of a third trip. We wish you well. We know you'll do great, learn a lot, make wonderful new friends, hone your skills as an actor and teacher, and learn more of the language and culture of Italy. We love you, and look forward to following your story, and movements across the continent through this blog. From Wise to Italy with
lots of love,
Dad

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My Sweet Becca,
I can hardly believe it's time for your big adventure! All the planning has finally come to the going on your big adventure. I am so proud of you and I know you will take Italy by storm. Those children are in for a big treat when they get to spend some time with you. I am amazed at your quiet gentle spirit always allowing others to shine before you take your turn. Well, it's your time to shine baby and I will be back in Wise cheering you on every step of the way! I will miss you like crazy but I know that you will be in your element. I know God will watch over you and keep you safe. Keep Him close as always and through that bond we will always be close to you. As a mother it is always hard to let one go "away from the nest" but I can't wait to see you soar and learn in the next six months. As I have said since you got those wonderful opportunity, I am concurrently desperate that you are going and ecstatic that you are going at the same time! God speed my little one and keep in touch often.

I love you more than I can say!
Mom