“You have to write a message to someone dear to you, telling that person how much he/she means to you.

However — instead of words, you can only use 5-10 objects to convey your emotions. Which objects do you choose, and what do they mean?.”

This is a prompt from a while ago. I have been thinking about it, and I really want to do this for two people. John, my younger brother, and Sammie, my Mother Earth.

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John
5 objects I would use to let you know that I love you.

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Magic Cards

For all the times that we played together, or built decks. For the times we went to the Flee Market and bought cards. The times we went to the Chinese place and played for hours. For all the times that we fought over rules, and all the times that I singled you out and killed you first because you were my brother. And because if I didn’t you would steam roll everyone with your fucking Broodstar. I still think using artifacts is cheating and I hope that deck rots in hell. <3

A guard flag

For all of the band practices that we shared together in high school. Because I know how much you loved performing, and even though I don’t think I showed it as much as I should or could have, that I was so proud of you when you joined the guard and did something that you were truly passionate about. For doing what you wanted, regardless of what other people said, and for being amazing at it.

A World of Warcraft time card

Because that is one of our unifying factors now. We spend time on there together and it makes it feel like you’re near me even though you are so incredibly far away.

Sushi / hot wings

Because I love all of the times we have gone out together to have super secret conversations that only we can understand. Things that we aren’t able to talk about with mom or even our closest friends. Because I love the time we spend together listening to each other, reaffirming that even though we were terrible to each other growing up, that we still love and care about each other enough to listen when the other person is talking.

A squirrel stuffed animal

Because of that time that you ran into a tree. You will never live it down. Ever. Just like you’ll never be able to escape my love for you. You’re one of the best people in my life, even if you are still insanely frustrating some times.

I love you more than words can say, more than objects can represent.

You are that annoying ray of sunshine shinning in my eyes on a Saturday morning that won’t let me sleep in. So fucking annoying, but I love you so damn much. Stay awesome, you, and know that I’ve already started a countdown for next holiday break so I can see you again.

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Mother Earth

My center in all of the chaos I put myself through. I feel like you are part of me. That we understand each other so much that we might as well be related on some level, and maybe spiritually we are.

These are the objects I would use to show my love.

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A fry cutter

Because it’s still the coolest kitchen gadget I have ever seen (sad but true) and because we could use it to make amazing zucchini fries that we most likely wouldn’t share with anyone. : D

Pillows

So we could be comfy while we talk for hours about everything and nothing, or simply just chill in the same room together needing no words at all to enjoy the peace we bring to each other just by being close.

Publix food

Because I know you must be dying in Texas without it. I’m so sorry that your state is inhuman. Just another reason why you should move back to Florida. : p

Zucchini brownies

Not that I’m obsessed with zucchini or anything… But you seemed to like the brownies so much and it made me so happy that you enjoyed them. I loved seeing you happy and making you smile. And I loved being able to enjoy them with you.

A little red toy truck

Because I loved going grocery shopping with you and Josh, squished into your truck, so close and safe. I loved how we would get a treat either before or after our shopping. How it was our little ’secret’. The amazing ice cream bars or the candy apples we got during Halloween. When we went to Denny’s, and Sir was annoyed because we took so long to get back. How Josh and I would put the groceries away together in the kitchen. And all of it started by the three of us climbing into your truck.

You are such an amazing person and I really think I found Sir because I was truly meant to find you and Josh. You are both such a positive influence in my life and I am so honored to be able to call both of you my friends.

I will always be your little Earth Dragon, no matter where you go. : )