Little Letters--BYU Edition

Here are some little letters I would like to send to BYU.

Dear BYU,

Congratulations! You made The Today Show this morning as they discussed the suspension of one of your key BYU basketball players because he broke the Honor Code. I know that BYU was recently voted #3 in the nation. I know the NCAA championships are rapidly approaching. But, may I just say that as a current student (with one class left) how PROUD I am of you for making the Honor Code real and relevant. Each year as I meet with my Bishop, I commit to living the Honor Code and I'm glad the rules aren't bent for your star players. Yes, you lost a game against New Mexico after he was cut. Yes, you may not do as well in the polls next Monday. Yes, there are many, many people who just don't get it. But I do. So thanks!

Sincerely,
A Current Student


Dear BYU,

Thank you so much for having such AMAZING performing arts groups! Last night, Ron, Emily, and I attended the International Folk Dance Ensemble and we LOVED it! We loved the energy of the dancers and the Mountain Strings band. The performers radiated joy and light and love. As we watched them perform one high energy number after another, I wondered, "How do they do it?" As we left the venue, I overheard one man ask a male performer, "How many calories do you burn up there?" I never heard the answer, but that's what I want to know, too!

Love,
A Very Happy Fan


Dear BYU,

So, do I get to graduate in April with my darling daughter, Jennifer or do I need to come back in August and graduate by myself? It's been almost three weeks since I sent in the paperwork asking if it would be possible to change my graduation date from August to April. I haven't heard anything. Think about the memories and photo opportunities that another mother-daughter pair could have graduating together? Think how GOOD it would look in a commercial on BYUTV advertising the success of the BGS program? Think how GOOD Jennifer and I would look in print ads? Please consider this and get back to me as soon as possible.

Very sincerely,
A Hopeful Graduate

Little Letters

Random letters for a Thursday afternoon....

Dear Regis,

How I will MISS you! You have brought great joy and delight to my life for the past many years. I remember as a young mother I would finally get around to eating my breakfast at 9:00 am--just in time to turn on your show and enjoy "Host Chat" with you and Kathie Lee. You were the adult companionship I had on a daily basis as I dealt with young children. You almost always were able to put a smile on my face. Thanks for the memories! I will miss you!

Sincerely,

A long time fan


Dear Costco Management,

May I say I have NEVER enjoyed shopping at Costco as much as I have recently. It's not the free food samples that makes me so happy. I rarely partake. It's not the closeness to my home. It's actually further away. But, let me tell you why I am so happy!

There are virtually NO lines where I shop now! It doesn't matter what time of the day or evening I shop, I usually only have to wait two to three minutes before I'm checked out. And you have a friendly employee that unloads my shopping cart for me! What service! I am going to Costco more frequently as a result. I am sure that is helping your bottom line!

Sincerely,

A very happy customer


Dear American Idol Producers,

I admit, I was skeptical about the changes. But last night, I was pleasantly surprised. The new judges are good! OK, I only saw the first hour of the show because teaching early morning seminary has caused a serious decrease in my television viewing habits. But what I saw pleased me. And that young 16 year old boy with the big grin? He reminds me of David Archuleta--who is my ALL-TIME favorite American Idol (even though he didn't win.) How can a season be bad with another wholesome David Archuleta wanna-be?

Just sayin'.

Sincerely,

I might actually watch this season if it stays as good as the first episode.

Little Letters

Letter writing seems to be a lost art. Most people text or e-mail today. However, here are a few letters that I would like to send:

Dear Tail-Gating Driver who is Right Behind Me,

Please back off. You are making me very nervous. I can't go any faster because there is a semi right in front of me. I've already been rear-ended three times in the past several years from drivers who are driving too close and can't stop in time.

Thank you very much.
Nervous Driver


Dear Honda Finance Department,

I have called three times to let you know that I'm not Jackie. My name's Loralee. I've had this cell phone number for over two years. Please don't call me, anymore. I don't own a Honda and I never will if you keep harassing me with two or three calls a day.

Sincerely,
Someone who has never owned a Honda

P.S. You are also using up my precious minutes.


Dear Piano Tuner,

I am so sorry that about your bad health. I am praying that the doctors will help you feel better. I hope I see you again next year, but if I don't, thank you for all your wonderful years of service. I will miss you.

Cordially,
A Grateful Customer


Dear Neighbor who Lives a Couple of Blocks Over,

Thank you for the very fun Halloween decorations. I enjoyed them on my evening walk.

Sincerely,
Someone who doesn't get into Halloween as much as you do, but I can appreciate all your hard work.