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I was looking through old documents I didn't recognize by title, when I came across a folder where I used to save meaningful letters/emails people sent me.
I found a lot of love in there, from my sophomore year at UCSC. And I found an e-mail from Randy. I forgot that I had it. When he became Parliament Chair, I was so worried my minutes wouldn't be good enough the first time I took minutes for him. I sent them to him ahead of time so he could check them. I remember feeling very small then, wanting his approval because he seemed so mature and collected, and so dedicated.
He sent back an email saying among other things, "Don't you ever doubt your abilities, sweet pea...I don't know what I'd do without you."
See, that's what I mean. Randy had a way of making everyone feel important. I wanted his approval so much, and unlike others who had that power over me, he went out of his way to make sure I knew I was needed, every step of the way. That makes him exceptional - I mean, I know people shouldn't have to go out of their way to make me feel needed, but I really appreciate that he did.
I still miss him a lot, though I know I carry his love with me. I only hope I am half as successful at sharing that kind of love with others.
I found a lot of love in there, from my sophomore year at UCSC. And I found an e-mail from Randy. I forgot that I had it. When he became Parliament Chair, I was so worried my minutes wouldn't be good enough the first time I took minutes for him. I sent them to him ahead of time so he could check them. I remember feeling very small then, wanting his approval because he seemed so mature and collected, and so dedicated.
He sent back an email saying among other things, "Don't you ever doubt your abilities, sweet pea...I don't know what I'd do without you."
See, that's what I mean. Randy had a way of making everyone feel important. I wanted his approval so much, and unlike others who had that power over me, he went out of his way to make sure I knew I was needed, every step of the way. That makes him exceptional - I mean, I know people shouldn't have to go out of their way to make me feel needed, but I really appreciate that he did.
I still miss him a lot, though I know I carry his love with me. I only hope I am half as successful at sharing that kind of love with others.