So today, my strong and spunky girl, I promise you this: I will stay vigilant and flexible. I will spread the word.

We are fighting for a shared cause, inspired by our strong and unwavering dedication to preserve the beauty and wonder of our natural world for our children, our grandchildren and their children, and for countless generations to come.

I imagine at this point we have dropped our addiction to coal, gas, and oil and that our environment has made a turn for the better with the solar, wind, and other unimagined (at this point) alternative energy choices are in place.

Mankind has always been able to deal with the greatest challenges it’s faced and this will not be the exception. My message to you is: find that passion and give it your all. ‘Till your legs give out.

Anytime I’m at the crossroads of life, I pray that I, or anyone else in the same position, will keep you in mind, and try to shape a world that’s the best possible for you.

As I sit here and write to you, I’d like to share with you something more horrifying than a few boos – our current home, Earth.

My heart is an ocean of love for all the children facing a life of climate catastrophe.

I can feel the change happening — many people are working to transform the world.

Be the person who shows up. Be the person who continues to advocate for change because change is possible – it is possible in the most partisan of politics.