Dear Me,
Hey, it's me. Well, you, but an older, wiser you. I'm you in six years. Gosh, you're only in fifth grade... Say “hi” to Mrs. Laub for me! Life is pretty complicated; I'm going to give you a few pointers, based on what I've learned.
1) Boys are stupid. It's true! Boys your age are immature, annoying and oblivious to everything. I would say wait til college, but I know it won't happen. You're going to fall in love and get your heart broken, but that's what helps you know what to do the next time around.
2) Your parents are going to get a divorce. I know at your age, you really have no idea what's going on. When I look back 6 years ago, I'm still not sure if I made the right decision or not. I had the power. Mom and Dad asked my opinion... if I wanted them to stay together or not. I made the mistake of being indifferent; I figured if they weren't happy together, why make them stay married? Sometimes I regret that so much - only seeing your dad twice a month and always listening to them bicker about child support isn't fun at all. But on the bright side, they're both remarried to some pretty alright people. You'll learn to like your stepparents; they're not your real parents but, again, it helps you learn.
3) Take a chill pill. As you get older, life will have it's ups and downs. If you can't clear your mind and not stress out, you're screwed. Whenever you find yourself in a bad situation, just relax and think it through. Freaking out will NOT make anything better.
4) School is important! This is a lost cause, but try not to procrastinate. It doesn't help. And please please please study hard. Once you get to junior year, you don't feel like working anymore and that's when your grades are going to slip. Hold yourself together.
5) Manage your time. You're going to suck at time management. It's inevitable. Just try to focus on what you need to do and prioritize. Hard, I know, but at least try.
6) Follow your dreams. It's not to late to NOT be a doctor...
I honestly don't know why I'm writing you this, for it serves no purpose. I can tell you what to do and what not to do all I want, but in the end, it won't matter one bit because you'll still do what you wanna do. That's how people are; they only learn with experience. Although I sometimes regret my past, I'm actually kind of glad things happened the way they did. Your past makes up who you are and defines you as an individual. Just remember to learn from your mistakes, make the best of what you have and seize the day.
Best wishes,
You
P.S. Life was made for living, so live your life to the fullest. Don't take anything for granted, because you never know what you have til it's gone. And most importantly, be yourself. Those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind.
