A letter from Aug 05, 2023

Dear Future Erika, It’s your 19th birthday next month. You still haven’t done much with your life, although you really want to. You’re unsure on where to start, or how to. You’re going on holiday with your best friends in a week. I hope you are still in touch with Rachel and Mhairi, they are truly the most amazing people in the world. They care for you. I hope you’ve already moved back home. or… maybe not? i hope you and that boy worked out, because right now i really like him. Remember, it’s okay if not though, you are perfect just how you are on your own. Maybe you’re already seeing someone else? Make sure they are treating you how you deserve to be treated. Don’t take ANY ****. I mean it. Please. Are you back in school? If not, you really should. You deserve to be happy. And I know deep down you enjoy learning. I hope you’ve travelled loads. Japan? Africa? Amster***? I hope you and Rachel actually went through with your plan to backpack together. If you haven’t already told her today, remind her that you love and appreciate her. Give the cats a kiss and cuddle for me too! They are getting older. Let your sisters and your brothers know you love them. How is your dad? I know right now you don’t spend too much time with him. Please stick to trying to build a better relationship, he cares about you. Hope johnzo is doing well too, and getting the happiness he deserves. Megan will be turning 18 soon. That is crazy. Yona is near 12!!! Jesus. Right now, as I write this, you are okay. you are healing. so despite what life throws at you, please keep pushing and keep getting better. Remember that life can only go up. You will get through whatever you are going through right now. You are so beautiful, Kind, and SO funny. Keep up the good work. Nooooowwww, Happy 21st girl!!! go and have fun with your people!! i love you. , Lots Of Love, Past Erika.