I am forever grateful for everything you have done (free of charge!) and I want you to know that I do hope to go back to school in September, even if it's just a few classes. I have my phone which I will use for free WiFi to send email when I can.
Please don't worry, I am prepared for what I need and I've been wanting to do this for a very long time. My insurance expires mid June so I should be back before then, if not a lot sooner. Please be aware I am not mad at anyone, and I hope nobody is mad at me for following my calling.
I love you all so much."
-Calvin
My brother and I have a very strong bond and are very much alike in many ways. I think we understand each other better than anyone in our family, and therefore are accepting of each other. We are both laid back and have a relaxed view of life. My parents and sister on the other hand are not this way. They are very strict about the importance of school and work and this is obviously what got to my brother to the point where he needed an escape.
Ever since seeing the movie "into the wild" I have always told my brother that I know that this will be him one day. The boy who wants to break free of social norms and experience life in a different way. Although it always scared me because I would usually say it jokingly (even though I knew deep down it was true), and he reply by saying "i hope so".
He is a smart person and has a ton of outdoor experience (I think he is really only happy when he is off exploring), so I know that he will be fine and I am proud of him for being able to actually make the leap. But as a big sister, of course I will worry about him.
I sent him a text message that night that said
"I was wondering when you were finally going to do it. Just make sure that you make it worth while. Have fun and safe travels, xox"
I really hope that he finds what he is looking for and gets some answers. I think sometimes we all need to find our "spirit guide" as my brother calls it.
Best of Luck Chicken Legs.