Dear ____,
I decided to write you a letter because I have more time to figure out what I want to write to you. I got your letter a few days ago. I want you to know that you are not the only one who feels that way. I am also exhausted. I'm sitting here in the house 24/7, watching TV and wandering around the house, wondering what on Earth I'm going to do to fill up my day. Yet, somehow, I'm so tired, like I've just finished an ACT test or something and also just ran a marathon. I don't know why! I'm glad you wrote me because now I know that you, my best friend, knows how I feel. I think that just knowing that, gave me an extra nudge.
Just before I sat down to write this letter, I was thinking about the mudslides we used to make in your backyard, along the steep driveway. Do you remember that? At the bottom, there would be a large muddy, sandy, puddle. My mom would always stick her head out the window and say, "You better spray yourselves down before you even think about stepping foot in the house!" And we'd gobble up slices of watermelon and spit the seeds at each other. I love those days. When I thought of those, I don't feel as weighed down when I think about those days. What stuff do you remember from when we were little?
While it's not as fun without you, I've been going on walks, playing soccer, going swimming in the lake, and playing games with my little brother to pass the time. I know you have a huge property with trails. Do you ride your four-wheeler out there often? Are you still working on your garden?
I miss you! Can't wait until we can hang out together again.
