To the editor:

I would like to thank my wonderful community for all of your support during my recent surgery and recovery. Although this has been a difficult situation for me, I feel very loved and am touched by the overwhelming support for who I am and what I’ve gone through.

I want you all to know how important your love is, and that I love each and every one of you for being there for me in such creative and thoughtful ways. There are too many to mention, but know that you’ll all be in my heart for always. Thank you a million times.

PS: I want to thank Lynn and Blake for making me laugh by not making me have to pay for another movie until I’m 21 years old.

I promise to always bring my pass.

Vanessa Link, age 13

Clinton