June is my birthday month! As I approach my 23^rd birthday I'm starting to realize that time is passing more and more quickly each year. I still don't naturally identify with a “20-something," sometimes I feel like a teenager still. But here I am, almost halfway into my twenties and hovering on the edge of “adult-ish."

So, I want to write a letter from my now 22-year-old self to me at 23.

Dear me,

We made it to 23! There was a point in time that I wasn't so sure we'd get here. I think it's worth taking a moment just to celebrate that fact. One more year alive and healthy and that is truly a gift.

23. In this year of life, you will complete and graduate from law school. I can't believe it. When I first began that graduation felt impossibly far away. You will walk across the stage and receive a doctorate degree. Do not take that moment for granted.

Love Jesus and pray. Don't lose touch with the creator. I haven't always been the most devoted in this year and I miss being close with God. Seek Him out in everything.

Love yourself. This year take the time to love you. I have yet to learn that skill and follow through, but perhaps 23 will be the year.

Find and love your people. It is okay to be selective with those you let in, I've been hurt enough. But, give unconditional and overwhelming love to those you call your friends. Be a good friend and loving confidant.

Learn a new language! I have put off that goal long enough so it's on you now!

Keep your health and wellbeing, physically and mentally, at the forefront. Continue the progress I have my made to take care of the body and mind we were given.

Above all else, just keep going. Everything will be okay, and all will be well. Let's tackle 23!!