Every day, without fail, I sit down at my computer, open my email, and compose a heartfelt message addressed to my daughters. This daily email ritual has become integral to our lives, forging connections that transcend physical distance and time demands.
No matter where Joanne and I are traveling…
No matter what timezone I am in…
No matter how tired, busy or consumed I am by the pressures of work…
I have made it a daily ritual to craft these emails to my daughters.
It’s a profoundly personal commitment from me to them.
My love letter to the most precious people in my life.
I highly recommend you start a ritual like this, too. Here’s why I turn up this way, without fail, for them:
Keeping the Lines of Communication Wide Open
As our daughters grow older and carve out their paths in life, it’s all too easy for daily communication to wane. The busy schedules, geographical distances, and ever-expanding responsibilities can create interaction gaps. In many families, conversations can become sporadic, limited to the occasional text message or phone call. However, maintaining open lines of communication is vital to the health of any relationship. By writing a daily email, I ensure that these lines remain wide open, encouraging a continuous flow of thoughts, feelings, and experiences between us.
Capturing Moments in Time
Life moves swiftly, and years can pass in the blink of an eye. Our daughters embark on adventures, tackle challenges, and celebrate milestones that we might not always witness in person. The daily email serves as a digital time capsule, capturing and preserving these precious moments for the future. Whether it’s an exciting job opportunity, a travel adventure, or a small victory in their day, these emails allow us to share their experiences and celebrate their achievements, no matter where we are.
A Sanctuary for Reflection and Support
In the flurry of daily life, it’s easy for us to overlook the importance of self-reflection and self-expression. The daily email offers a safe and comfortable space for my daughters to reflect on their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. They can share their dreams, fears, aspirations, and frustrations without judgment or haste. Through these emails, I can offer them the unwavering support, guidance, and encouragement every parent yearns to provide.
Strengthening the Bond
A family’s bond is like a delicate thread, strong yet vulnerable to the trials of time and distance. Writing a daily email to my daughters isn’t just a way to stay connected; it’s a powerful tool for strengthening our bond. Each email reminds us of the love and devotion that unites us, no matter where life takes us. It’s a tangible expression of our unwavering commitment to one another, and this shared commitment forms the foundation of our unbreakable bond.
The Gift of Consistency
In life, consistency is often undervalued. However, the daily email provides a consistent thread of connection that we can rely on. They can count on a gesture of love and commitment, a small but meaningful constant in an ever-changing world. This consistency creates a sense of security, knowing that our daily connection remains intact no matter what life throws our way.
Honouring Our Connection Across Generations
In a world where technology continues to reshape communication, losing touch with more traditional forms of connection is easy. Writing a daily email to my daughters is a way to honour the timeless tradition of letter writing and the lasting impact it can have.
In doing so, I hope to pass down the art of meaningful communication and the value of cherishing relationships across generations.
The daily email I send to my grown daughters isn’t just a routine or a habit; it’s a testament to the enduring love and commitment that binds us together as a family. It’s a lifeline that keeps our connection alive and thriving, no matter how far apart we may be physically. As they navigate the complexities of life, these emails are a reminder that they are never alone and are cherished beyond words.
If you, too, have loved ones whom you wish to stay close to, consider the power of the daily email. It is the key to nurturing the bonds that matter most in your life.
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