In a heartbeat, my snorkeling excursion with my father in Hawaii transformed into an unimaginable nightmare.

Witnessing my once-strong father battling for survival in the treacherous waters, I fought desperately to rescue him.

Despite my relentless efforts, we tragically lost him. Back in the condo later that day a wave of shock and despair washed over me. Overwhelmed by the weight of uncertainty, I sat on the edge of the bed, grappling with the profound sense of hopelessness.  It was in that moment my mom appeared in the doorway, saying she had found something in my dad's briefcase for me. It was a letter. 

This heartfelt message was everything it needed as gave me strength, hope and direction.