It’s right in the middle of that first paragraph. Between “Congratulations on your acceptance” and the list of interns for the 2007-2008 year.
“You are the best of the best – we’ll make you better”
I keep feeling like it hasn’t quite sunk in yet and receipt of the letter confirmed that. Despite the fact that the offer was made over a week ago while I was still in Kentucky, and despite the fact that I’ve already told everyone I’m in (whether or not they cared. . . ), actually seeing it in print made me all giddy again.
At first I thought hey, anyone who quotes Viper is part of a group I’ll fit right in with. Then I thought crap, the best of the best? I think he might actually MEAN that. What if I’m not and they find me out? Suddenly my confidence that I CAN DO THIS is again replaced by the gnawing fear that I might fall flat on my face.
Luckily this has never stopped me before. I tend to just keep charging right on ahead. And remembering that while I was up there I watched the interns, REALLY watched them, shadowed them, and decided that I ABSOLUTELY CAN do it!
I have absolute complete faith in your passion and your abilities to do this… And you’ve proven yourself by getting this far… I’m so proud, and so happy for you… It’s a wonderful opportunity!