Thursday, February 9, 2012

To my 16 year old self

 I recently read a blog where the writer wrote a letter to her 16 year old self.
What would you say to yourself at 16?


Dear April,
      
         Now that you are sixteen, you are pretty sure you've got life figured out.  I know the plans you have for yourself at this age seem to be so concrete.  You want to be a teacher, maybe high school English, because you've had some great teachers so far.  You are looking forward to college life, but are still so unsure of moving away from your parents and how that would really work out.  I know you've decided that if you aren't married with 3 kids by 30, your life has been a complete failure.  Don't be so hard on yourself if things don't go as planned, because believe me, they don't.

         Being popular isn't all it's cracked up to be.  Drama follows girls, so stick with being friends with lots of guys.  Don't forget your real friends though.  The ones you've known all your life. The ones who know the real you.  You know them.  Especially Elizabeth. I know this sounds crazy to you right now, but in just a few short years, she'll be closer to you than a sister.  Forgive her, and ask for her forgiveness. You'll need each other soon!

          Take time to get to know your parents.  Your mama and daddy have so much going on right now.  Don't hold it against them.  They're trying so hard to keep your family together.  Make it easier on them.  Don't be such a brat, and look for ways to make things easier on them, not just easier on you!

          Most importantly, let go of the dating game.  It leads to nothing but heartbreak. Right now, you're pretty sure you are in love.  I can assure you, you aren't.  But love will come, and man, he's worth the wait!  Focus more of your time on your family, your friends, and your relationship with Jesus.  You'll be so much wiser!

             You're going to be just fine.  Enjoy life.  Be genuine and kind to everyone.  Let the drama go.

Love,
April, age 29


1 comment:

  1. Ok, you made me cry!! I need to write one of these too. That 16 year old girl I was is so lost!! Thanks for sharing!!

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