By: Brenna Darnbrough
** DISCLAIMER: this situation is NOT based on an actual situation/decision I have made**
Dear Friend,
I have a confession to make. So, you know how I have been wanting Lululemon leggings for so long? I don’t make enough money to purchase a pair, which you obviously know. However, naturally, I came to the decision that I was going to own a pair. I rolled up to Fashion Island in Newport and looked at the price tags and did not even have that much money in my checking account, except I couldn’t stand not owning a pair of Lululemon leggings anymore. Literally everyone has at LEAST two different pairs, I swear. I did something I probably shouldn’t have… it was a Monday and only a couple employees were there, so I took my chances. I grabbed the cute new gray pair they came out with recently and stuffed it in my purse while I was in the dressing room trying several other pairs on, making it less noticeable that one was missing. I didn’t feel a sensor on them, so I figured my plan was going to work. I walked out telling them I didn’t find anything but before I knew it, I was getting arrested for shoplifting. I felt like I had no other choice! My parents don’t help me out financially so what else is am I supposed to do?! My paycheck can only cover food and rent, and lately they have been cutting me short on hours as well. On top of that, I have to pay to go out with our friends and do fun things because I can’t just be unsocial, you know?! Us college students need to fit in. I know you own about four different pairs, but don’t you see where I’m coming from? Who wants to be that one person that doesn’t own a pair of Lululemon leggings. NOBODY. Wouldn’t you do the same? I just can’t believe I got caught, it’s not fair!!
Dear Mom and Dad,
How are you doing? I miss you! I wanted to give you a quick update on a few things in my life recently. I have been getting outstanding grades this semester so far. Remember that physiology exam I was worried about the other week? I ended up getting an A and the average was a C! I can definitely see all my hard work paying off. Thank you for encouraging me throughout the process. You know how much you mean to me and how thankful I am for you two. You guys are so loving and caring no matter what. I know I can count on both of you to be there when I need support in any circumstance, even at my lowest points in life. Now, there is no easy way to say this, but although I have been doing SO good in school, I ran into a little bit of trouble elsewhere. My current job has been cutting me short on shifts, making it difficult to pay for rent, food, and a few other things on the side of course. I know you guys do your best to provide for me even though money is tight, and I totally think that being independent is allowing me to grow. However, I just need to be completely honest with you guys, because I know you deserve that. Due to my lack of money, I have to confess that I got arrested for shoplifting. Mom and Dad, you have to recognize that this is totally out of my character. I am so so so sorry. Please try to see my side of it. I am young and make mistakes. College is not as easy as it looks. There is so much pressure to look a certain way and own the best brands of clothes, shoes, etc. Everyone around me wears Lululemon leggings and I swear people started to notice I was one of the few who didn’t own a pair. It was affecting me emotionally, I just wanted to fit in. PLEASE understand that if I could go back in time, I would take back everything I did. I would have talked to you guys beforehand to help me through these feelings based on all the peer pressure around me. I hope you could help me get out of this mess and forgive me for this poor decision. Thank you again for loving me unconditionally.
Dear Coach,
Great win last week, right?! I can’t believe I made that legendary goal. Did you know it’s actually on Youtube now? All of your advice and tips are always greatly appreciated. I truly feel that I have grown so much as a soccer player and my full potential is finally beginning to become noticeable, all because of you. After knowing me personally for so many years, you know that I am a good person and always try to do the right thing. I would never intentionally do something bad knowing the consequences. I have to let you know, however, that I made a poor decision. I was caught shoplifting and ended up getting arrested. I regret every bit of my decision and I am so sorry to let you down. As you know, I have been struggling financially and I came to a low point. I feel like I work so hard in school and sports, yet I don’t have the money to do what “normal” college students do or have what they have. It’s difficult being young and pressured by the world around me. Please understand that my intentions were not for things to happen like this; I would hate to lose my starting position on our team, especially after realizing how far I’ve come right? I am so sorry again, I hope you can have sympathy and help me through this hard time.
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