Kyle

Kyle, I want to beyond encourage you! You are beautiful! You are fun! And your youthfulness leaks all over those around you freeing them to be themselves and embrace a lifestyle that is without limits or fears. Within you is the most beautifully tender heart that embraces and overflows with compassion and empathy. Your value for relationships and honesty is something all should desire in their own lives. You may have gone through some rough times and those times have no doubt made a lasting impression on you, but I believe it is the trials that have made you strong. The fact that you refuse to give up or give in makes you a champion. This battle isn't just for you, but for your family and for the families who also go through their own trials and are in need of hope. You will be that for them. Thanks for being you and continuing to fight for positive and lasting change!

Keep your eyes and heart open!

Sincerly,

The Myrtle Tree Blossom

MJ

MJ, you are truly an inspiring woman. I really admire your heart to serve the impoverished from Haiti to Truth or Consequences, but especially your family and friends. Sometimes it is easy to be compassionate towards those who are visibly struggling and neglect those close to you. Even though you see their flaws and (according to most people)  have many reasons not to show compassion, you do a great job at loving those who you simply do life with. It takes a strong and confident person to do that. Thanks for sharing your brilliance with me and staying committed to serving those around you, even when it is hard. Know that your love empowered tenacity and persistence is not going unnoticed! 

Keep your eyes and heart open!

Sincerely,

The Myrtle Tree Blossom

Whole Person Himes

Okay, seriously, I think you are so legit. You are totally fearless and never compromise who you are to please any person or to fit in with the status quo. Though you may step on some people's toes, which may be an understatement, you are super brilliant and truthful. I admire your commitment to accuracy and efficiency. Within your strong and unwavering exterior is a heart of compassion that truly desires to see the world at a more peaceful and enjoyable state. This is why you love America so much. "The American Dream" represent endless possibilities and freedom to achieve whatever your individual definition of happiness and fulfillment is. That's totally you; limitless. Thanks Jesse for showing me what it really looks like to stand your ground and advocate for things that matter!

Keep your heart and eyes open!

Sincerely,

The Myrtle Tree Blossom

P.S. I forgive you for all the times you turned me down for a date even though my dream to go out with whole person Himes to a school function will never be fulfilled now that you are graduated and I don't live on campus.......... Still super disappointed though...................

Alex

You are so incredibly strong, wise, and more influential than you know! I honestly am so privileged to have you as a friend! Not only have you encouraged and lifted me up in some really hard times, but you love me despite my flaws and the crazy things I say! You really are the "defender of the people!" God has used you already to mend the brokenhearted, illuminate the eyes of the blind, strengthen the week, and lead those once lost and wandering. You are a true woman; beautifully confident, radiating light that only comes from a pure heart. I admire you beyond words and miss you so much! Thank you for showing me what a true friend looks like. I will always look up to you, Alex!

Keep your heart and eyes open!

Sincerely,

The Myrtle Tree Blossom