Note 11
Qui-Gon,
I don't have words to express my thanks for what you have done for my son. Thank you for freeing him.
I trust you to watch over my son as he advances with his career. I don't expect that I will be seeing him much. I know that he has a much better life now.
I'm glad that you have such a good relationship with your apprentice. You must have been through so much together.
I tried to teach Anakin right from wrong, but now it's up to him to make the decisions. I cannot decide for him.
Thank you for your kind compliments. It is a shame that more people in the galaxy do not actively strive for patience and compassion. You say that Anakin and I have these traits, but in truth, these things we still must work on everyday, and sometimes it's hard to be patient or compassionate in a certain situation.
I hope that you and Anakin and the others are well on your way now. It was hard to see Anakin go, but I know it was the best for him.
Yes, I understand what you were saying about the Force, and if my understanding of what you were saying is correct, I agree with you.
Anakin told me that he thinks he saw one of those Sith you were just telling me about, on your way back to the ship. He told me that you were in a fight. Are you all right? Did you get hurt?
Yes, I know that Jedi are just as tempted to do wrong as anyone else. After all, you are still human. It's encouraging for me to hear that you have some defenses against the Dark Side. It sounds as if Jedi training prepares a young Jedi so that he or she is better able to recognize and deal with the Dark Side and those feelings that you said can lead to the Dark Side.
As for freeing me, if you can, that would be wonderful. But if not, do not worry. A slave's life may be harsh, but it's not the worst environment. I have enough shelter and food that I can get by. I raised Anakin from birth here…if I could raise him, and take care of both of us, I can take care of my self now.
It's fortunate for you that Naboo cruisers are sold widely. Thank you for telling me that. It makes me feel somewhat better about Anakin traveling on such a ship.
Those Sith sound awful.
Yes, I would like to see my Anakin as much as possible. Thank you for your assurances in that area.
Thank you for checking to make sure that Anakin was healthy. You mean that Anakin has a higher midicholorian count than Master Yoda, and it's a count that is the highest of any Jedi.
Do not worry about the length of time between responses. You've been very busy.
I hope that I gave you enough bread for everyone on your ship. Did it turn out well?
Do not worry that you couldn't free me as well as Anakin. The most important thing is that Anakin is free, and has a chance for a better life.
If you can find a way to free me as well, I would be most grateful, but again, if you cannot, I understand. Thank you. I'm glad that both my son and I had the pleasure of meeting you.
Do you think Anakin will be all right? He he's never been on his own like this…never been away from me. I worry for him.
Yes, I do accept your thanks.
May the Force be with you as well. Please keep me updated about Anakin.
Your friend,
Shmi