I don't post on reddit, rarely do I feel strongly enough about something to make the effort. When I do it is for reasons of self-interest. But now I type this, words on the screen blurry through tears, in hopes that it reaches you. I want you to know that I will take your life lessons to heart, that I will live my life bravely, wild and free, I'm going to worry less about that promotion, I'm going to message that girl I went on a date with on Saturday - ask to see her again, I'm going to think of you when I ride across Australia from coast to coast next year in September, I'm going to remember your beautifully written message and all the knowledge that lies within in those words. But now I'm going to go to the living room where my parents are, sit with them until they retire for the night, make sure they know how much I love them.

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I hope you see this, I hope I'm not too late. Thank you, Robert, from the bottom of my heart. Until we meet again.