The Day Hillary Clinton Captured My Heart

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Earlier this summer, I decided to send a little note to Hillary Clinton through her website. I thought it might get a chuckle from a staff member, and maybe I’d receive a generic response, like the ones you get after signing an online petition. But then, last Thursday, something unexpected landed in my mailbox. It was tucked inside one of those direct-mail newspapers filled with classified ads. The thin envelope was just paper pulled from a box — you know, the kind that usually holds bills or random solicitations. But this one had a familiar icon — an H with a red arrow — and it was addressed to my daughter.

Curiosity piqued, I took it inside and held it up to the light. I hesitated to give it to my daughter, Emma, fearing she’d think it was a personal letter only to find out it was a money solicitation (she was already planning to donate part of her allowance). Unsure about its contents, I opened it.

As I scanned the letter, I spotted “Emmaline” and my hands began to tremble. The top of the letter read September 10, 2016, just a day before Clinton left the 9/11 memorial service amidst media frenzy over her health. Hillary, battling pneumonia, took the time to write to my daughter.

I quickly texted a picture to my husband: EMMA GOT MAIL. THIS IS NOT A DRILL.

My son Jake and I went to pick Emma up from school. She’s in second grade, with one front tooth missing. Every day, she hides by the car and leaps in with an exaggerated “Boo!” Today was no different, as she climbed in and started buckling her seatbelt.

Me: We’ve got something to share!
Jake: Emma, you received a letter!
Me: And it’s from Hillary Clinton!

Her cheeks lit up, her brown eyes wide, mouth agape, snaggle tooth shining. I handed her the letter. “Read it out loud,” I encouraged.

She’s an impressive reader for a 7-year-old. No bragging here, it’s all her. She reads with flair, embodying the words with her bookworm flair and a bit of drama. As she read the letter, it felt like she was reciting a prayer or a poem.

People have asked, “How did she react?” In true seven-year-old fashion, she beamed. The letter made her feel heard, valued. It was age-appropriate yet rich in meaning.

Deciding to share this letter was a tough choice for our family. We’re active in our community but also cherish our privacy. We didn’t want Emma to become overwhelmed by attention, whether good or bad. We wanted her to feel this letter was for her alone. It was, after all, deeply personal.

This letter also carries a message that every child needs to hear. It’s not just political — it wasn’t sent via registered mail, nor did it come with requests for funds. We chose to share it because it’s a message for all kids, especially coming from the first woman nominated for president by a major political party.

By making this letter public, we hope to promote love and empathy, which our country desperately needs. As Hillary states, “If the space that you’re in doesn’t have room for your voice, don’t be afraid to carve out a space of your own.” Emma loved that line. Her face lit up as she read it.

We want other parents to read this letter to their own children. Feel free to swap out Emma’s name for your child’s. By sharing this letter, we’re carving out a space for voices calling for respect, thoughtfulness, and love.

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In summary, this heartfelt letter from Hillary Clinton not only brightened my daughter’s day but also serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of self-expression and compassion in today’s world.