Dear young smart beautiful me,
You do not have to be a victim anymore. Being physically and emotionally abused was your past don't let it be your present. You are not worthless. Your mothers hateful words are just that--words. Just as the title "mother" is just a title. Her not loving you is no excuse not to love yourself.
-a slightly older happier you
Dear Young Me,
NEVER leave your drink anywhere or with anyone, even if you trust them. It's not worth the pain, heartache and fall out that will follow
-The wiser you
Dear Me,
stop yelling at him. The one day you dont scold him for being the annoying little brother he is, might just be the last time you ever see him. he's going to save lives. you're going to miss him. and you're going to wish it were you instead. you'll survive all of it. i'm living proof.
-Love, the survivor.
Dear Young Me,
She will hurt you. Deeply. You need to decide if the time is worth the pain.
-Older Me.
Dear Young Me,
Elementary and middle school will suck. But, junior year of high school, everything will be perfect, and keep getting better. I promise. You'll be glad you gave it a chance.
-Signed, Newlywed, older me.
Dear Young Me,
Don't have people over that weekend when your mom went out of town. You'll end up making the biggest mistake of your life.
-Signed, You'll regret it forever
Dear Young Me,
Don't snap that rubber band. Put your hands in your pockets. Your problem is bigger than you think. Depression is real. Get help before you cut again.
-Kate
Dear Young Me,
Stop trying to be everyones best friend, not everyone wants the best for you.
-Still trying to figure it out