Dean,
you have no idea how proud i am of you. four years ago you had no interest in this very special day. you didnt think you were smart enough, good enough, or strong enough to even make it here. and i have never been more happy to say you were completely wrong. you are SMART enough, you are GOOD enough, and you are STRONG enough. you made it here. and now look at you mister marines. you may be leaving us behind but i know your leaving for bigger and better things. you deserve to get out there and experience the world. travel meet new people, but you better promise to bring your ass back here. i know we may not talk to each other all the time cuz life gets in the way, but when it comes down to it when i need some one to talk to you are up there on my list of people to call. even though our family is screwed up twisted and broken apart im glad you are one of the ones i still hold close. i love you cousin. i hope you get the best out of life cuz god knows you deserve it.
sincerely, aileen
