Dear Sitka,

No one is going to hurt you anymore. Stop looking over your shoulder every 5 seconds. I hate that you stop playing and run to hide just because you heard a noise that might possibly be a person. You should know by now that Konnor, Nova or I will always protect you. We were having so much fun just a minute ago and now you are cowering under the coffee table wishing you could disappear just because my brother came downstairs, got a drink and then walked back upstairs. He didn't even come in the room we are in, he didn't even say a word but you still ran as soon as you knew he was down stairs. Will you ever be comfortable in your own home? Will you ever feel safe? Stop worrying, be a puppy, act normal. I promise to protect you.

Love,
Your mom