Dear Oklahoma,
You know me well.
I have the expectation that you will listen to what I have to say. I expect you to listen, not out of some demand or authoritative pressure, but out of respect. We have been through a lot together…good times and bad. We have a relationship of which I am thankful. You are my home state, and I love you. Maybe my Oklahoma birth certificate will be relational enough for you to give me a few minutes of your time.