To my big brother, I hope you read this.  
I need you to be around to read this. 

 
You’ve battled countless demons beyond my comprehension.  
You’ve waged a tireless war that would have broken lesser men. 

 
Standing, you’re still standing on your own two feet.  
Never forget that you’re still standing.  

Armed with a resolve born in the battles won, the next chapter of your life can carry new themes.  
Armed with a new resolve, guarded by those who love and wish you triumph over the gridlock of addiction, you can still know happiness. 

 
Happiness is my sole wish for you.  
The sheer joy of the mundane is my wish for you.  

From half of the map away, I am rooting for you.  
From half of the map away, I hope my admiration for the gift of each breath you breathe is felt.  

To my big brother, I know we have our differences.  
But those differences quiet themselves in the face of a love that knows no bounds.  

When I faced my existential crisis, you were bravely there for me.  
In your hour of crisis, I am simply returning the favor.  

Be good to each other,  

Nathan