[garinda]

Talk in another thread, about how it's so much more interesting, reading a real letter, rather then an email...or worse, a text, got me thinking about letters.

Love letters, letters to be opened in case of a death, letters passing on important news, which could be sad, as well as good, letters imparting heartfelt advice, they can be very important communications in our lives.

If, by some magic, we could write a letter to your younger self, what information would you like the younger you to know?

Please feel free to use this thread to write a letter to yourself, at some earlier stage of your life.

Here's mine, to myself at the age of fifteen.

Dear G,
please stop wasting time, worrying about the future. It turns out well, and you have a great life!

Don't wait another two years in torment, pretending to be something you aren't. Be honest, and talk to Mum and Dad now. It's horrible, upsetting them, but they're loving, and supportive, and it ultimately brings you closer together.

Keep working hard, and trying your best. You're lucky, and all the things you dream of doing, whilst stuck in that bedroom, come true.

Time's precious, and goes by in a flash, which is hard to grasp whilst you're young. So I'll just say enjoy every moment, and try not to waste time on things you can't change.

Carrying on from time being precious, make the most of the time you spend with those you love. Some people will leave your life earlier than they should. Enjoy the wonderful times you spend with them, and make sure they know just how much you love them, before they leave your life.

Your life will be full of twists. I won't spoil it, by telling you what happens. I'll just say, even though you want to spread your wings, the rover returns. Wink, wink.

The horrible things that happen, happen for a reason. They make you stronger.

As you get older you'll have the luxury of having choice. Nasty people and things, can simply be cut out of your life. It's great. Your life turns out so much better than those kids who delighted in trying to make your younger life miserable.

You'll see some amazing things, have totally unique experiences, and meet some wonferful people. It's easy to say, but try not to waste too much time on things that are impossible to change. Though if it's something you believe in, and can alter a particular thing, go for it.

Enjoy your life, it's good.

Best wishes,
G.

P.S. Don't fret about romantic love, because you remain a happy singleton. Though I'm not saying there won't be some wild adventures in that area, there are....but you're too young to read about them right now!