A letter from December 28th, 2024

Dear FutureMe,
Hi, Vine!

This is your 17-year-old self writing to you. It’s 2024 now, and maybe you’re 18 or older as you read this.

I hope you still love studying. Wag ka muna mag-boyfriend, hahahaha!
My advice to you: always choose mind over matter.

I know you care about everyone and everything, but please, always remember your worth, okay? If you ever feel like the world is against you, know that your past self is always rooting for you.

Siguro now, andami mong iniisip about college, but always remember our favorite quote:
"Trust the process."
Choose what you think you will excel at. If you’re feeling discouraged, just think about everything you’ve already been through. Nandiyan lang si Papa; gagabayan ka niya. Always show up, okay?

Don’t be insecure again. You’re worth it. Malapit ka na mag-college!
Hahaha, nakaka-pressure ba? That’s just part of growing up. If you feel overwhelmed, read this again, and everything will be alright.

Malapit na ulit magbagong taon (2026 na ba?) I guess.
This is me about to experience 2025. I hope maayos ang 2025 mo. Hahaha, nasisiraan na yata ako ng bait (kinakausap si self), but yeah, just enjoy the journey.

You’ll go through challenges because there’s a reason for everything. God knows kaya mo syang malampasan.
Always pray, ha? I know nalilimutan mo na ‘yan. I hope your spark comes back.

Love si Mama, okayyy? Concern lang siya sayo. Okay, madrama na ‘to.
Sana matanggap mo ‘to next year, self.