Year One
Hi
My name is Dean. Writing this is a waste of time. By the time, you get this I will have moved to another town, in another state. But it makes the old battle-ax of a teacher happy. Dad said to keep a low profile until he gets back from his latest hunt. Like I don't already know all the rules! Take care of my little brother Sammy, stay out of trouble, and don't cause any trouble. As if I haven't been following the drill since mom died when I was four.
So, how did you get roped into writing these stupid letters?
Dean
Hello Dean,
My name is Castiel. I volunteered to be part of the pen pal program. I thought it would be an interesting way to learn more about people. I hope that this letter will reach you before you move to another town. I have always lived in the same place. What is it like to move? To be able to see and explore new places?
Do you like being an older brother? I am the youngest child. I have several brothers and sisters but they are off working in the family business. It gets lonely some times but Father expects all his children to follow the rules and be part of the business.
I am sorry that your mother died when you were so young. You must miss her. What was it like to have a mother? I never had a mother.
Sincerely,
Castiel
Castiel,
I was surprised to get your letter. I didn't think it would get here before we moved again. I can't imagine living in the same place day after day. Doesn't it get boring? Moving can be fun but it is hard on Sammy. He hates starting over at new schools every few months. I don't mind much since I know I will go into the family business. Sammy wants something different. Being a big brother is hard work but it is the best part of my life. Man, that sounds girly. Forget I said that ok?
I'm sorry you never had a mom. Moms are great. They love you and take care of you no matter what. My mom used to make me sandwiches without the crusts and tomato and rice soup when I got sick. I miss her. My Dad does too but he doesn't say it. But he gets this look in his eyes sometimes, I know he is thinking about her. Sammy was only 6 months old when she died. I think it is harder for him, he never knew her.
I'm moving again tomorrow so if you want to write me another letter you can send it to my Uncle Bobby's house. I'll put the address on the envelope.
Dean
Hello Dean,
I am sending this letter to you Uncle Bobby's house in South Dakota. What is it like there? Is it beautiful? Is it crowded or is it lonely? I have so many questions.
Do you like your Uncle Bobby? I do not have any uncles. I only have my brothers and sisters. My brother Lucifer rebelled against my Father. He did not want to follow the rules. My father is very strict. I do not see him often but he makes sure we obey the rules. Do you see your father often?
Thank you for telling me about what a mother does. It must have been nice to have some one care about you. I am sorry that Sammy never knew is mother. But he has you to love him. I do not think any of my brothers love me. I do not seem to fit in even though I follow all the rules.
Sincerely,
Castiel
Cas,
What kind of name is Castiel? You mind if I call you Cas?
You sure do ask a lot of questions. It reminds me of Sammy. He always asks questions. Why do we move so much? Why can't I have new clothes? Why can't we have a normal life? That question always gets me. How does he know what a normal life is? The life we live is all he has ever known. He doesn't remember what it was to like to have a bed of your own, a room of you own. It's not his fault, of course. Dad changed after Mom died in the fire. Did I tell you she died in a fire? Dad tried to save her but he couldn't. He handed me Sammy and told me to run. We have been running from something ever since she died.
My Uncle Bobby is cool. Kinda grumpy but he knows about stuff. The kind of stuff that I need to carry on the family business. Uncle Bobby has a salvage yard. He and Dad have been teaching me about fixing cars. My Dad has the coolest car, a black '67 Chevy Impala. I hope Dad will give it to me someday.
South Dakota has its own kind of beauty. You can go for miles without seeing anything but the blue sky. It isn't crowded but I don't find it lonely. I have Sammy and Dad, that's enough for now.
Did I answer all your questions?
Dean
Hello Dean,
I do not mind if you call me Cas. I have never had a nickname before. Thank you. Does this mean we are friends now?
South Dakota sounds wonderful. I love the openness of the blue sky. I'm glad that you have your dad and Sammy. Being lonely is hard, especially when you are surrounded by people and still feel alone. Sammy is lucky to have you as a brother.
I do not know how to drive. What is it like? Is it hard to drive? Is it like flying? I love to fly. Being in the air makes me feel alive.
Your Uncle Bobby sounds interesting. Is there much to learn in your family business? Is it an exciting business? Have you ever thought of doing something besides following in your father's footsteps?
I am sorry your mother died like that. It would be hard to lose her but to lose her in a fire is extra painful. I am sure that your father is grateful that you helped him save Sammy.
Do you think you will ever stop running?
Sincerely,
Castiel
Hey Cas,
Dude, really? Of course, we are friends. You think I spill my guts like this to just anyone? I think you might be my first friend. Except for Sammy.
I can't believe you don't know how to drive. I thought everyone learned to drive. It isn't hard to learn to drive. Can't one of your brothers teach you? I guess it would be like flying if you drove fast enough. I don't like flying. How can you trust one of those metal planes? They are too heavy to fly. They crash, you die. At least in a car you have a better chance of surviving.
There is a lot to learn in the family business. It is exciting, every hunt is different. The challenge of a hunt is addictive. I love the job, the life, and I don't think I will ever do anything else. Sammy will, he isn't happy with our life. I can't imagine doing anything but continuing the family business.
I don't think we will stop running until Dad finds what he is looking for.
Dean
Hello Dean,
I am glad I am your first friend, Dean. You are my first friend too. I have my brothers but I do not think we have the same type of relationship that you have with Sammy. None of my brothers can teach me to drive. They are too busy with the business. Father is having a few problems and needs their help.
Will your father accept Sammy leaving the family business? Will he still love him? My father was disappointed when Lucifer left the family business. No one is allowed to mention his name now. It seems that everyone of scared of him.
It is good that you enjoy the family business. I do not enjoy my father's business but there is nothing else. He is my father and deserves my support and loyalty.
What do you think Sammy will do when he leaves?
Sincerely,
Castiel
Hey Cas,
I don't know how Dad will react to Sammy leaving. Keeping Sammy and me safe has been the most important thing in his life. The hunt is what keeps Dad going; but keeping us safe is what Dad lives for.
I don't know what Sammy will do. He likes to argue so much that maybe he will become a lawyer. If Dad says the sky is blue, Sammy will say it's green. I want the family to stay together but I don't see that happening. Sammy wants a normal, apple pie life. He will probably marry some blonde, have a couple of babies, and take up golf. Can you imagine how dull that would be? Besides, I can't leave Dad alone. He needs me to back him up.
I'm sorry you don't get along with your brothers. I fight with Sammy but I always know he will be there if I need him. Isn't that what family is for? To watch out for each other?
We are moving again. So it might be a while before I can get your letters. You will keep writing, won't you?
Dean
