Thank You Note to Grandmother Trish

From: Hien Nguyen Date: April 5, 2025

Dearest Grandmother Trish,

Words feel inadequate to express the depth of gratitude I feel after spending time with you today. Thank you for opening your home and your heart, not just to me, but to Gary as well. Your presence, as always, is a sanctuary.

I've been reflecting deeply on our conversation, especially your insights about the path I've been on and the path forward. Hearing your perspective, grounded in unwavering truth and love, cuts through the noise and confusion I've been navigating. Thank you for seeing through the victim mentality I sometimes fall into and for reminding me of the strength and potential you see in me.

Your guidance regarding Curran was direct and clear. It's difficult to face these situations, but I understand the importance of integrity in relationships and the need to repair what's been broken through my own reactions. I will reach out to him, as you advised, and take responsibility.

I also deeply appreciate your counsel regarding my father. Understanding his journey, his code, and the perspective you shared helps me approach that complex relationship with more compassion and clarity. Thank you for helping me see a path to honor him, even amidst the pain.

It means more than I can say that even after witnessing my stumbles and my lowest points – trusting the wrong people, losing sight of my own foundations as you put it – your faith in my core character remains. Your reminders of the "warrior's journey," and the expectation that I rise to meet my destiny, are both incredibly challenging and profoundly motivating. You don't let me settle for less than what you know I can be, even when it's painful to hear, and for that tough love, I am eternally grateful. I also hold close your vision that the fruits of this work, especially the groundbreaking healing technologies we discussed, must be shared broadly and serve all of humanity, particularly those most in need, not just the privileged few.

Knowing you believe in me, that you see the potential despite the messiness, gives me the strength to keep going. Thank you for your wisdom, your patience, your fierce love, and for simply being the unwavering anchor you are. I cherish the time we spent today and will carry your words with me.

With deepest love and respect,

Hien