Dear Tess

Dear Tess,
I know, I know. I'm doing another double letter. Another "take-two". But how could I not write you a letter on your very own birthday? You're practically my sister and I miss you so much, so I don't care about any unspoken rules I or anyone made up about this whole thing, because I'm writing you this letter and that's how it's going to be.
How was your day?! I didn't hear anything about it so I'm hoping you're busy off celebrating and not fretting over school or work. I do hope you got the day off of at least work. I know asking for a day off classes is a bit much, but maybe you got that too! If you'd had a birthday here on the 1 you would have had a snow day. Though...I'd prefer to take the classes over the snow at this point. Tobi and I were at a friend's place for supper and approaching their door I had to stop and take a picture of me beside a snowbank that had to be taller than Nathan. It was crazy. It feels like we're in the middle of winter, like January or something.
Anyway! Hopefully Swifter got you something lovely for your birthday! Did your parents get you something nice? I hope so. I would have sent something, but I'm terrified that nothing is actually getting off this stupid island because of the weather. We only get mail like once a week and I'm pretty sure it's because there's only a shipment once a week for anything. Lesson learned, don't move onto an island. It sucks.
I really hope we can see each other before Christmas this year. Maybe you can come out to Toronto in the fall if you don't make it to NL this summer. Ooooorrrr maybe someone will bring me home to AB in the fall for a visit. Unfortunately I won't be able to afford it, but maybe my parents will surprise us. We'll see. I miss you a ton and I really hope that we can get in contact soon. We should skype. :) I'd enjoy that.
I love you! Happy Birthday!
Sincerely,
Yvette