The day I saw Elijah’s profile and read his story, I knew I needed to reach out to him. Something just “clicked” with me. About 3 weeks later I received my first response from him and it was like I had found a lost sibling.

 

Even my husband Mike and my Mom (who he calls

Mama K) have started writing him!

 

Elijah’s friendship has become such a huge part of my life- Both of us now call each other “lil sis” and “big bro”. Neither of our childhoods were fairytales and I thought no one could understand my past pain- but he does.

He helps remind me that my past does not define me and encourages me to believe in myself and take chances. I can honestly say I have never known such honestly and gratitude. He doesn’t take anything for granted. That is something we all should learn.

 

He is a talented writer and he never fails to touch my heart with his words, and the rawness of his poetry makes me teary. I am very proud to call Elijah Joubert my pen pal and my brother!