In Class Online Lesson 6

Letter of Encouragement and Empathy

You are all well aware of the disaster that struck Japan on 11 March 2011. Many news articles, news clips and accounts have been published in the newspapers, on the internet, and broadcast on television.


-Write a letter of encouragement to one of the survivors; you may also wish to write to any other survivor whom you read about in the news over the last several weeks. The letter should be minimum 250 words long, and you must follow the format of an informal letter. Post the letter on your LA blog. 






Dear Uzumaki Naruto,


I am aware of the disaster which struck Japan on 11 March 2011. I would like to tell you first and foremost, this is not the end, and you can surely pick yourself up from this. Yes, this disaster shocked the world, and shocked you too, but if you do not start picking yourself up from this catastrophe, who will? 


I have absolute faith in you, knowing the very personality you are, and trust that you will feel much better. You must be feeling devastated, with the loss of your house, your family, and even Momo, your lovely dog. But I would like you to know, that you still have me as a friend, and deep in my heart, I know that nothing can stop my dear friend from picking up. Although the starting might be 
tough and hard to accept, life goes on. 


As unbelievable as it seems, this disaster may be a blessing in disguise! Not only will you be more vigilant, and aware of your surroundings, you will also be able to point out those true friends, those friends who take care of you in such a crisis, friends who encourage you, support you all the way. Well, if you consider me as one, yes I am your good friend !


Naruto, please don't ever give up on hope. If there's a will, there's a way. Strengthen that soul within you ! It may take time, but you know, you always have me as your listening ear. Despite the fact that I am kilometres away from you, you can always turn to me for help. I will always be there, Naruto.


Lastly, please take good care of yourself, and keep me posted on the situation there! 


Love,
Benedict