A letter from May 7th, 2021

Dear Me, I had one prepared, but I never finished it haha. What a surprise. I'm about to finish Grade 10, we're still in COVID-19 but I think I'm getting my vaccine next week. I guess you're in university now, right? Are you still wanting to teach? Are you happier now? Happier than now, I hope. Give Poppy a kiss for me, okay? I hope you've stopped caring about what others say about you, because it's not worth it. Alberta's ****, I'm excited to get out. Are you still moving to Korea? Or maybe Japan, now? Did you become Coxswain? I hope you're still friends with Laurie, Max, and Vero. If not, remember to cherish those memories, okay? I asked people to add things, but I could only find Calum's. Here it is: Don't take life too seriously. Yes, you're graduated and may be an adult but take time to grow up. Spending time appreciating little things, and do what makes you happy. Wherever you want to end up, you will get there. Good luck. (P.s, start a retirement fund immediately. And save as much as you can) I hope you're appreciating Mom and Dad. Take care of them, okay? Just because you're across the world, don't forget what they do for you. You've got this, you've been at rock bottom but always get up. Believe in yourself, make it happen. Your grades don't define you as a person. Explore, take adventures and chances. Learn more about people and our world. I love you, and you'll be amazing. Keep pushing. <3