A letter from December 27th, 2020

Dear FutureMe, Hey how are you? Have you transitioned? Are you still with Carlos? Did you guys get married or have kids? Do mom and dad still love you? Did you come out? Did you go to college? It’s December 27, 2020. I’m a junior in high school. I’m 17. I’m living with mom and dad and Pelon. I’m on the hammock right now sick as hell. I want to transition so badly. I want to be happy. Are you happy? What happened to Pelon? Who do you live with? I hope things get better for you. I hope you find happiness and transition. I hope mom and dad accept you. And you aren’t...it’s gonna be okay. One day it’s gonna be okay and you’ll be okay. We’re gonna make it. We’re going to be a photographer and we’re going to be happy regardless of what anyone says okay? Okay Carlos is the love of my life. I love him. I can’t picture my life without him. He’s in Cali rn for Christmas but he’s coming back soon. I hope you marry him and I hope May is there so you can tell her all the wonderful memories you guys made so far. I know no one has said this to you but: I’m giving you a hug rn as you read this. I’m proud of you for making it this far. I believe in you. You can do anything. You will be successful and you aren’t that’s okay too. I’m just happy you’re alive. Thanks you for living this long to make our dreams come true. Take care of yourself. Jose Salguero Sosa December 27, 2020