Dear Theopilus,

I do miss you so much since I moved away.  I hope your stream is flowing cool waters in this hot weather.  I think of you often when I feel so small against the overwhelming forces that seem to come out of nowhere.  I do not doubt that you still hold your head high from your shell as you cross the road.  I’m sure you never flinch as the many forces fly past you.  I know there is no obstacle in your path you cannot overcome.  You wear your armour so well.  Your faith is obvious.  I know you are not exactly where you want to be right now, but your ability to have joy in your circumstances is amazing.  You are a creature of God.  Even though you cannot talk, I know this by the way you handle life.  Your presence is not your own.  We share.

Your friend,

Kim