Happy Easter everyone. Many thanks to luvtheheaven, who is a brilliant beta, and email buddy.
September 15, 2012,
Dear Rachel,
I'm sorry that it's taken me so long to write to you, and that we haven't been able to talk a lot on the phone – there's more restrictions in Infantry School regarding phone privileges with civilians. I'm not even going to bore you with what we're doing because I know how much my training upsets you; I know that you are worried about me being sent overseas, or being shot. My mom feels the same way you do – and she tells me that all the time. She still thinks it's crazy for me to join to try to clear Dad's name – but even if I can't, I know that I'm doing something really important, something bigger than myself. Mr. Schue always talked to us about being a part of something great, how it makes you greater being part of a team. Well I definitely get the feeling here on base; I've made amazing friendships over the past several weeks, and done things that I never thought I could do.
I'm sorry that dorm life is so rough right now. Maybe things will get better. I'm sure they have to, because they can't get worse right? I'm only joking with you Rachel. Just remember that you are always my star, no matter what any teacher, roommate, or dorm mate thinks.
I'm definitely coming home for Thanksgiving – by then I should know where I'll be stationed for the next year or so. I read your letters all the time, they keep me going when I feel tired – knowing that you believe in me as much as I believe in you.
Love Forever,
Finn