Friday, September 11, 2009

a letter to our niece...




Amelia Earhart once said “Adventure is worthwhile.” You are now entering a stage in your life that is destined to be filled with many adventures. These may take you to the other side of the world or just down the street. Sometimes our greatest adventures happen when we least expect them and right in front of us.


To help you along the way, we present you with these books. One is filled with examples of wonderful adventures to many exotic and faraway places. Use this as a reference when planning and searching for some of your adventures. The other is for you to record the adventures that are uniquely yours. These may be planned, well researched and perfectly timed. They may also be spontaneous, accidental, and catch you completely unprepared. But these will be your adventures to remember and reflect on.


Many adventures are exciting and leave us with a sense of wonder and happiness. But remember, some lead us to sadness and despair and make us question how we can move forward. The strength and knowledge that we gain from each adventure shape our character and help us interact wisely with those around us.


Take full advantage of every adventure you have. Make time to laugh, play, and love. Be prepared to cry, feel lost, and be afraid. In the end, it is our adventures that help define us and mold our legacy. Congratulations on your great accomplishment and always remember “Adventure is worthwhile.” S.E.P.