Letter To A Counselor Interview Essay

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Hello Latasha!
It is a pleasure to “meet” you, especially since you are so close to my “second home,” Montgomery, Alabama, where my grandchildren reside. I admire your passion, and dedication for yourself, and your family. Your family dedication and obligations demonstrate a balance which inspires, and benefits both you and your family. I commend your diligence to continue your education, and take care of your family.
It’s exciting to learn that you are interested in the field of communication, to apply this skill towards assisting others in the counselor field. I have always thought that I enjoyed communications, yet, later I realized that my occupations, and careers surrounded an abundance of communication, which had an impact on my overall

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