A letter from Sep 11, 2023

Dear Joshua, I love you, you deserve the world, you deserve happiness in this cruel world. I am so proud of you SO MUCH. I really love the way you show your smile and endless laugh and I am saddened that you struggled with your emotional and mental health. I know at this point at this exactly moment, you're now an Elder. I know you've been praying and dreaming for that to happen. It's a work of God. A work where you're growth and spiritual will grow. I remember the moment when you tried to fight those thoughts in your head to took na most precious gift our savior. I know every moment you laugh there's always a moment where after that situation you already want to go home to end it. I know at this exactly moment there's still some moment, but I know you're still doing your best to get better. I know also the fact that when Raymond, Daniel, Bambam, Kim, Will James, Therry, and Carlo is on your side, your happiness will revive. I know we've been through a lot, but I just want you to know that whatever after happen, I know you did your best. I love you. Always have the guidance of the Holy Ghost with you. Be thankful for everything you have I know someone nahihirapan ka i-control, pero I know you will endure it. After mission, always seek Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ to guide you and work with the missionaries the way you always do. Always try to forgive people especially sa mga taong nagpa-triggered sayo. Be humble before Him. Lastly, I know bishop is so happy and proud of you at this that you're in the field. He's so proud of you! You made his wish last Christmas happened. Hindi lang maging active sa church, but nag serve ka pa ng mission!!!! I am so proud of you! We will heal our inner child after your mission. I hope and I pray that you will gain lessons and spiritual knowledge at the end of your mission. I love you. I LOVE YOU. I LOVE YOUUUUU! Jesus Christ loves you more than you know. He knows everything about you. Love, Joshua