Letters From Avery by Chance Christopher

Dear James,
Getting out of prison seems like an overwhelming idea. Overwhelming and scary, I guess? Maybe scarier than being in prison. Still, I can’t wait to meet you in person. Exchanging letters for years has been the highlight of my days, but that can’t possibly compare to getting to know the person behind the handwriting. Can you fall in love with a person just from letters? I’m not sure, but I think something is happening…
I’m sorry that I haven’t told you the truth. About my real life on the outside, about my husband. It’s just that things are complicated, James. David isn’t always the nicest to me, but I know he means well, deep down. And my parents really support our relationship. He doesn’t deserve me going behind his back and writing letters to an inmate, especially love letters. Things feel so crazy and out of control.
I guess it’s a good thing that this is one letter I’ll never actually send you.
Love,
Avery