In addition to being a writer, I'm a librarian - professionally trained and everything.
I must tell you this, Maggie. Your letters are my lifeline. Your threat to stop them terrified me. Never stop writing to me, I implore you. 
In order to deliver the emotional truth in the story, you have to include some of the literal truth.
Sometimes people do what they think is for the best, and their intentions are misinterpreted. 