There is a book coming out in May called "If I'd Known Then: Women Under 35 Write Letters to Their Younger Selves." What would you write to your younger self? If I could, this is what I would write.Dear Not Yet (army)wife,
You are a good person. There will be things that you've done in your life that you will regret, but none of it makes you a bad person. I would tell you what those things are, but some of them had such a profound impact on who you are today that I'm afraid you would not be who you are today without those experiences. And I don't want you to be anyone, but who you are today because I like who you are today.
Just a few things though that I don't think would have changed too much:
1. Eat more salads and drink more water. Don't feel guilty for buying Fiji either. It's what you like and so you'll be more likely to drink it more often.
2. Walk to classes. Don't take the bus and stop trying to find the shortcuts, even when its cold.
3. Don't be afraid they won't like you. If they're worth it, they will like you no matter what you do or do not do.
4. The first time you meet an out going red-head, talk to her sooner. That summer would be better spent hanging out with her.
5. Be nicer to your sister before your college years. Even though she has a different point of view on things and lives life differently, she's a good person too.
Finally, never forget that it is never too late to live your dreams. You know that you have so many of them, so follow them, even if they take you away from home. You know where home is and you will always be able to come back. Take chances, even if you're scared and go where you are happy. You are in control of your life and your destiny and you need to live for you.
Lots of Love,
(army)wife
PS. You are an army wife and its going to be the best adventure yet.
PPS. For a wedding photographer, don't go with the studio that you win a certificate for. Their photography services suck!! Also, get a videographer.
PPPS. You're beautiful. No, seriously, you are. Inside and out. Tell yourself that everyday. You'll live longer.
9 comments:
I would tell my younger self to relax and stop worrying. I have anxiety problems. However, when I look back to my late teens and early twenties, I realize that I wasted so much time and energy worrying about everything. Now, I take it one day at a time, and I avoid negative thinking.
Telecommuting Diva
That was very cool. I'd write to myself pretty much the same idea. It'd say that even though I made some terrible decisions, the benefits of those decisions outway the cons... the path you take will put you exactly where you need to be.. so no regrets. Everything indeed happens for a reason.That's what I'd say.
Valencia & jrzy~
Even though these are things we'd tell our younger selves, its kind of a reminder for ourselves today as well that there are certain things we should remember, isn't it?
Such a nice post :)
I'm not sure what I would say to my younger self...Probably, never work in social work if you want to remain sane.
-double major in accounting
-go see your grandfather more
-and love every minute of your time with your future husband...he is the best and no one completes you better :)
I love your blog, I can always count on it for a smile!
Such a nice post :)
I'm not sure what I would say to my younger self...Probably, never work in social work if you want to remain sane.
-double major in accounting
-go see your grandfather more
-and love every minute of your time with your future husband...he is the best and no one completes you better :)
I love your blog, I can always count on it for a smile!
great post!
First and foremost... get a degree more useful then Poly Sci.
As for everything else, it all works out, it all happens for a reason and enjoy it, its one hell of a ride!
I really am one of those people who figures that everything happened for a reason. It might not have been the path that I would have first chosen but where I am has been worth the speedbumps.
How fun! What a great idea. I think I would tell my younger self to enjoy being young - no need to grow up too soon!
Bitter~
Thanks! I'm glad you enjoy reading my blog :)
Trying~
I'm with you. "Everything happens for a reason" is definitely part of my philosophy on life.
Wendy~
That's definitely an important thing to tell yourself. Looking back I can't believe I was in such a hurry to be 16, then 18, then 21. Now I can't believe I'm almost 30 and I want aging to stop!
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