An example of an introduction from an eight-page Legacy Letter:

Hopefully, there is not much that is new to you in these pages. We've come through the journey of life together and I think you understand what has been important to me. I came to the conclusion during my senior year in high school that in the long run of my life, what was going to make me happiest was to be married and have a family. Once I met your mother and each of you came along, it was our family that was at the center of my life. Maybe it didn't always look that way to you because I was busy at work, and participated in many activities that I loved, but my feelings of love and responsibility as your father have always been the most important thing to me.

These few words can't possibly reflect all the fun we have had, all experiences we have shared, all the conversations we have had and all the time we have spent together. There is much more that I could say, but for now I want to share some of the big things that stand out as I look back over my life and realize where I have been and what I have learned.