October 3, 2006

Dear Brandon,

I am flattered that you invited me to call you by your first name. I understand that it may not mean much to you, but I was raised in a much more formal setting, and so being invited to use your first name to me suggests that you feel we are becoming friends. Let me tell you, nothing would make me happier. I am thrilled at the very thought. Right now, another friend is a truly wonderful thing. You can never have too many, as the saying goes. ...