Dear Jacob,

My dear son, much time has passed, and many pivotal events have transpired that will affect your life in ways that your mother and I will never fully comprehend.

One day when you read this, I hope you're not looking for answers, for I have none. Like you, I only have questions.

Socrates spoke truly when he told us an unexamined life is not worth living. Examing my life tells me: you are the reason I existed. For without you, there would have been a void in the this world. My love for you sustains my life. And I miss you more than I can say.

My hope is: you will forgive me for all the hurt I have caused you, and all the things I have missed as you have lived your life.

With all my love,
Daddy