To My Brave Friend

Hi! My name is

I live in

I am

and my birthday is in

I heard that your loved one is serving our country in the

That is something very special, and I want you to know how proud everyone is of your family. Even though your parent can't be home for Christmas this year, their love for you shines brighter than all the Christmas lights we see!

I know it must be tough to spend the holidays apart, but I hope you can still feel close to them through your memories, calls, letters, and prayers.

Some things that make me happy during Christmas are

What are your favorite things to do during the holidays? Maybe you like watching Christmas movies, baking cookies, or playing in the snow.

My favorite food is

, and I wonder what your favorite holiday treat is!

Maybe you enjoy

I also really like

because it makes me smile and helps me feel thankful.

Could

be something special that makes you feel happy, too.

Even though we might not have met, I want you to know that you are strong, brave, and never alone. Your family’s service means so much to all of us, and you deserve to have a Christmas full of warmth, laughter, and love.

Merry Christmas to you and your family! I hope the new year brings lots of hugs, hope, and happy surprises.

Your New Friend,

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