1. You can tell me anything.
- Even if you think I don't want to hear it, tell me. Something random pops into your head? Tell me. You have a special someone? Tell me (I'll find out whether you do or not...don't forget your momma is basically a FBI agent.) You feel like you're falling apart? TELL ME. There is nothing you can ever say to me that will change the love I have for you.
2. Spend as much time with your grandparents as possible.
- You're grandparents are hands down the coolest people ever! Your grandmother is an angel and your grandfather is the funniest man I know.
3. Read!
- Fill your life with piles of books. Reading is a great way to escape reality if you ever feel anxious or stressed.
4. Don't focus on what other people think.
- You are beautiful inside and out. Don't let anyone let you feel otherwise.
5. Love you who you love.
- Don't let me or anybody else tell you who you should or shouldn't love. If you aren't following societal norms, don't be afraid to keep going.
6. Be impulsive but don't be reckless.
- Take a blind leap of faith. If you get hurt, learn from it. Always follow your heart.
7. It's okay to feel sad.
- Mope around. Eat ice cream. Listen to sad music. Just please don't let it consume you. It's a bad day, not a bad life.
8. It's also okay to feel happy.
- Go shopping with your friends. Go to the park. Go spread your happiness with the world.
9. Please try not to dwell on your mistakes.
- It will be tough, but just take a deep breathe and rub some dirt on it. No matter how embarrassing the situation is, you'll move on and so will everyone else.
10. Be yourself!
- Sweetheart, love yourself and don't wait for somebody else to. I love you with all my heart. You were brought into this world for a reason and this world wouldn't be the same without you.