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To 5 Year-Old Me

Don't grow up too quick

Stefanie Harley Mele
Apr 11, 2016
Western Connecticut State University
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To little me,

Dream big, you want to be a princess when you grow up? Do it. You want to be a teacher? Do it. Nothing is impossible, never think you aren't capable of getting what you want.

I know it seems like a lot of fun to be a grown up. Don't give into that, it's not as fun as it is to be you. Act like a kid forever, always have fun, and never care what anyone thinks of you. Dance like a fool or sing at the top of your lungs, do whatever you want.

Love your mom. I know it sucks when she takes your toys away or tells you that you have to go to bed. But one day, she is going to be your best friend. She's going to be the woman you tell everything to and can't live without. Never take her for granted, she'll be there for you when no one else is. She'll be there when your group of friends decides to turn on you or when the one you think is the love of your life breaks your heart.

Love your dad. I know he is the one who tells you when you are in trouble. He's not the bad guy, I promise. He will protect you no matter what life throws at you. You guys may fight sometimes but he is the one guy who will never leave you. He'll be there for you even when you least expect it, never forget you can tell him anything.

Love who you are. Some people might try and put you down through the years but never let that get to you. Wear the clothes you like and wear your hair the way you want, don't let anyone make you feel bad about yourself. There's only one you, embrace it.

Make yourself happy, don't depend on anyone else to keep you happy. It doesn't matter who you're friends with, the cool kids or the "losers", as long as you are happy be friends with whoever you want. Never depend on a guy to make you happy, of course they will make you happy but never forget that you can make make yourself the happiest.

Be kind to everyone you meet. You have it good, you never know what anyone else is going through. Smile at strangers, talk to the "weird" kids, be the best person you can be.

Never lose the sparkle in your eyes.

Always be you,

19 year-old you

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