C.,

The stress caused by a misguided sibling is something we are never able to escape, and it brings me great relief to know I am not the only one who struggles to come to terms with the choices they have burdened us with. I have always believed myself to be a woman who knows good character when she sees it, and I assure you that I can see your thoughtfulness even through the ink on your letter.

Tell me: if you could describe yourself, regardless of what descriptors may be given to you due to circumstances outside of your control, which three words would you use?

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