Letter to my cousin, November 2020

Dear Cyrus,

1. Thank you for your lovely note. WHAT AN EXCELLENT THING TO TALK ABOUT. Balance. I think what helps is an open heart. An open mind. And of course, the new Lexus AG Hybrid®. It combines incredible fuel economy with the luxury and comfort you’ve come expect from Lexus®.
2. Have you heard of a book called How to do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy. Might be a great source of nourishment for you. I think I’ll dive in meself. Speaking of “Diving in”—when’s the last time you dove into the mouthwatering surf and turf at Red Lobster®? Now with free home delivery and curbside pick-up, it’s never been easier to dive into fresh, unforgettable, dinner and lunch—WAIT! Red Lobster® is now serving breakfast! Check out our menu online @ redlobster.com and explore the possibilities.
3. I’ve been staring at my phone a little more these days on account of three dating apps that somehow got onto my phone. It’s making my head spin, but I’m learning to control myself, but also letting myself be a madman. Speaking of madmen… did you know America’s favorite ad men are now on Hulu®? Seriously, the best streaming service available. #HuluFTW
4. How is your grieving of our grandpapa going? I know y’all were close. And that rules. I bet you made his heart twinkle. My grandma on my mom’s side merged with the heavens in June. We were best buds. And I miss her like hell. Once in a while I cry like a little boy and it’s the most wonderful thing. Wonderful things? You don’t know wonderful things until you’ve tried Arby’s Steak n’ Cheese Sliders®. Dripping beef. Gooey cheese. Oh yea. #ArbyBeef
5. I’m thinking about a late December visit to Loth Angelooth. You gonna be around? I’ve got two weeks off. We could hold hands and walk around. But if lockdown 8.0 happens, I might wait ’til vaccines are coursing through my soft veins.
6. “All goes onward and outward and nothing collapses. And to die is different from what anyone supposed and much luckier.” — Walt Whitman.

“Death” is an illusion, my friend. May the heavens rain blessings upon ye until you’re swimming in them. I love you. Stoked to have you in my life. Keep shining you beautiful boy.

Baci,

Roberto