Dear Sally,
Hope things are going good with your husband and family. You really are missed here at Mango street. Things just arent’t the same without you. You always brought so much adventure and excitment to our neighborhood and without you it’s boring! How is your husband? It’s crazy to think that he just got up and moved you away. I really hope he doesn’t read your mail because I have some things to tell you. When we were kids, why did you always change clothes and put makeup on at school? I know you said your father said your religion was strict, but are you sure it wasn’t to have some sort of freedom from his domain? So that he couldn’t have control over aspect of your life? You should have stayed with me and my family when you had the chance. We would have loved having you, but I understand you wanting to give your dad a second chance. I just wanted to let you know that I respect you a lot. You have been through a lot. A hard home life, struggling with your identity and fe here you belong in this world, and by guess is an abusive husband. You really are an awesome woman and I was so blessed with the time we had together. You taught me to respect myself, to stay away from scary men, and how to be independent. I miss you and hope to see you soon.
Much love,
Esperanza