Things I would like my 21 year old self to remember:
Be hungry, not overly eager.
Be more observant.
Don’t lose your humility.
Take a break when you need it.
There will never be a shortage of things to learn.
Don’t let pride get in the way of asking for help.
Sometimes, you have to suck it up.
Sometimes, you have to fight back.
Sometimes, your peace of mind is more important than how much you earn.
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You deserve better.
You deserve to be loved.
Let go when it’s time.
It’s okay to cry.
It’s okay to hurt.
It’s okay to get your heart broken.
There’s no guilt in moving on.
There’s no shame in losing.
Drop the ones who are dragging you down.
You deserve better friends.
Keep the ones who matter close.
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Don’t lose faith.
Don’t lose hope.
Life isn’t always easy.
But it’s still worth trying for.
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You are beautiful.
And special.
And smart.
Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
Not even yourself.
xx
Tine.
Two years later. Has it really been this long?
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Your memory lingers in my mind. Some days I remember, and it hurts me. Other days, I forget. Of late, I seem to be forgetting. For that, I apologize. I probably will forget more often, as we continue with our lives, but I just wanted you to know that you can never be truly forgotten. Your passing, is a constant reminder for me to keep living, to keep fighting.
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It’s been two years. I hope you’ve found your peace. I pray you’ve found your happiness. The sun is shining for you today. It is a reminder of how beautiful you are.
xx
Tine
