It was brought to my attention that there is a story that is similar to this one. I wanted to make it known that I had not read the story Letters to a Stranger by momma2fan. I have however been in contact with her, and assure that there are no issues. Her story is great by the way, and she has even become my pre-reader for My Dear Edward. So take a moment read hers as well.

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~MDE~

Chapter 15

To:

Subject: My Girl

Date: 8/9/2011

Bella,

Sorry I haven't been able to write to you sooner. It's been a bit busy around here, and this is the first time I've had a free moment to myself. I'm glad you had a good time with the girls. I hope to one day meet them. That is after I meet you in person.

You asked how this will work, us, dating. I wish I had an easy answer, but I don't. You are the first girl I have dated in a long time. I have never had a girlfriend while I have been overseas. I am sure we can figure it out as we go, and as for the, movie I can't wait till our next date night.

I heard from my mom today, and I was right. She had a field day with my last letter. She wants me to tell her all about you. I can't wait to see what she will say once I tell her that we are dating. She was excited and happy for us. She wanted me to tell you hello, and that she hopes to one day meet you. She also included a letter from my brother. It seems my mom has told everyone about you, and there will be a lot to talk about on my next leave. Emmett seems to have met someone new. He says he can't wait for me to meet him. They are all so happy that I finally put myself out there. Emmett said it's about time I realized that it's no fun living life alone.

Jasper and the guys have been on my ass for the last few days. It seems I have a smile that won't seem to leave. He says 'thank you' for the cookies, by the way. Yes, you will be pleased to know that I shared not only one, but two dozen. I was hoping that if you knew I would share more, then you would bake more. They were the best cookies ever. Thank you for the letters for the guys as well. They all want me to tell you hi and informed me that they will write you a thank-you note soon.

So when I come home, I will have three weeks. I would love to spend a ton of time with you. Maybe we can plan a get together with the girls. I can't wait to get to see that side of you. You talk about them, and I can almost see you laughing with them. I can see you girls with a few drinks, laughing, and talking about boys, and now you have a boy to talk about.

Speaking of having a boy, I can't tell you what it meant to see you call yourself my girl. I love the sound of that, and I secretly love your rambling. I love that I can write what I'm thinking and feeling and not have to worry about how you will take it. That's a great start to a relationship, and I want to see this one last. So what movie do you want to watch next time? I will let you choose, I may not be able to guarantee that we will watch it, but even if we end up talking the entire time, I'll be happy. I get one night a month free, but there are some other times that we are free. I will let you know when I get the date of my next night off.

So what is there to do where you live? I have never heard of Forks before. I'm assuming that it's a smaller town, am I right? Are there fun things to do around town, or do you venture out? What are some of the other things you and the girls like to do?

I'm sorry you worry about me. Please know that I am always safe. I have so much waiting for me back home, and now there is one more person waiting. I have taken to that notion well. I really like knowing that you are there thinking of me, as I am thinking of you. If I must confess, it's been quite a lot lately. I think of things that I would love to do when I come home. I want to take you to a real movie, and out to dinner. I want to take you dancing, and go for walks. I can't tell you how much that excites me.

Well, I must be going now. Please have a great day, and know that I am thinking of you. I promise to be safe and aware of my surroundings. Please say hi to the girls for me, and tell them to keep you company until I can be there for you.

Yours,

Edward.