Friday, April 7, 2017

A Letter to my Sixteen Year Old Self

Dear Allison
   
     Don't listen to them. They will tell you to be practical, to envision what your older self would want or need.

Let me tell you something; she will be bitter and cynical just like them. Do what makes you

happy. Don't be stupid, don't do something harmful or illegal. Follow your dreams. It may never be

too late, but don't waste these years, don't waste your time like that.

     Also, you are so much better at essay writing than you give yourself credit. Don't compare

yourself to others. Just because you don't worship Ginsberg or think The Catcher in the Rye is the

best novel in the world doesn't mean that you are bad at English. If you need help ask for it, don't be

afraid of other peoples reaction. It doesn't have to be perfect the first time and you don't have to have

your homework done before you get home.

     Flash cards are your friend, stick with French and voice lessons. If it gives you joy don't stop.
                                             
                                                        Be Brave.
                                                                  Love
                                                                      your 29 year old self

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