To my little sister,

The time has finally come and you've completed your first week as a freshman in high school. I'm not writing this to tell you how proud I am of you, though I am proud. Nor am I writing this to annoy you. I'm writing this to tell you that I want you to spend these next four years of your life optimistic and prepared.

Enjoy the little moments now. Even though your constantly busy right now between your social life, school work, and sports, enjoy those moments. Enjoy walking with your friends in the hallways, the conversations you have with your teammates, and the Friday night football games.

I know first hand that while people say high school is the best four years of your life, they're not. But that doesn't mean you can't enjoy them. At some point over the next four years you will feel defeated, on the edge of a mental or emotional breakdown. That doesn't mean you should give up. You have endless opportunities and chances in front you, everyday single day. It may seem far away now but you'll have to start deciding your future soon. And you've already completed the very first step.

You've finished your first week as a freshman and you now have a taste of what the next four years will be like for you. You know how tiring it can be but it's also rewarding. You'll look back on this time of your life, realizing just how easy it was. It may seem difficult in the moment but trust me, once you're out in the real world, life becomes a lot more challenging.

You may think you're all grown up by the end of high school, or even by the end of your freshmen year but don't grow up too fast. No matter how much you'll want to, it's not worth it. Don't waste away the last few years of childhood you have left. In four short years you'll be considered an adult. You'll feel lost and unsure of yourself. So cherish your last couple breaths of childhood, they don't last long.

No matter what and no matter how old we get, you'll always be my little sister and I'll always be looking out for. I know you'll be successful in life, whatever you choose to do with your future, you will succeed in it. I have total faith in you and believe in you.

I love you so much and I'm so proud of you already. Don't waste those moments, enjoy them.