Marx,

Hey. Everything is going to be okay.

I know. I know you’re trying.

Some people need a little more time.

There’s nothing wrong with you.

I’m sorry for how poorly I treated you.

You didn’t deserve to be put through that.

You persevered.

Now Marx. Listen to me.

Something is going to happen that will change your mind for years to come.

Kids make mistakes.

Yeah, you definitely knew better.

It happens, that’s that. You learn.

Everything is okay.

I love you and I’m so sorry I tortured you with the mistakes you make. Someone had to hold you accountable. I did what had to be done.

You’re safe now.

You’ll make many many more mistakes, but now you know, you can survive.