Our daughter, Alexandra, is the most principled person we have ever known. This is an excerpt of a letter to her from her partner, Clark, on their one year anniversary.  We have changed the "I" to "we" because it perfectly mirrors our feelings about Alex.

We respect your work ethic, your curiosity, your drive, your analytical mind, your intellectual humility, your bravery, your elegance, your commitment to treating yourself and others with dignity. We respect that you have such a clear understanding of your values at such a young age, and that you're committed to living them even when it's difficult. We respect your patriotism, not nationalism, real patriotism driven by your love for your countrymen, not just your country. We respect your playfulness, your exuberance, and how you are so easily enchanted. We respect that you know what you want and you're willing to do what it takes to get it. 

It has been a privilege and a pleasure to know you. Keep on Twirling, Beautiful Girl.