A letter from Sep 22, 2022

Dear 17 year old me, I am 15 years old today. I'm turning 16 in 26 days. I am so excited but also nervous, as it means that yet another year has gone by of my adolescent years. You're a senior now! ILYSM! Woohoo! Hahaha I am so proud that you've made it this far. If I were to tell you anything, take negativity from others as motivation for yourself. By doing this, you will feel nearly invincible. Don't get caught up in teenage drama. it's not worth it, trust me. And lastly, remember why you started. You got this. Whatever you aspire to do now, do it with all your heart and stay happy on purpose. Even if it means faking a smile sometimes. I hope you're doing as well as I am doing now, if not better. Three years ago, I wrote a letter on this same website. I asked myself if I was a better person, if I was happy, and if I was doing alright. I am beyond positive that I have made my thirteen-year-old self proud. If you see this, I love you, it gets better, and if you're not doing well, remember, "It's just a bad day, not a bad life." I love you <3 Have a great day on purpose, as Coach Carter would say :) I love you forever.