You are so beautiful. Don't ever let anyone tell you anything different. That's the one lesson that I would like to teach you, but there is so much more. Always remember that life is not easy and that it's important to work hard. As cliche as it sounds, you can do anything if you put your mind to it.
Your first heartbreak. I know it's going to be hard. But I want you to know this: love is war. You just have to find that person who is worth fighting for. But I want you to keep in mind the fact that you don't need another person to make you happy. I want you to find love; you deserve it. However, it's important to love yourself first before you love someone else. Be happy with who you are as a human being and I don't want you to ever feel like you need someone else to bring you joy. The right man will come along, though, don't you worry.
Take a look in the mirror. I want you to be confident. Don't hate your body or try to be something you're not. I did that for years and it caused me a lot of emotional pain. Always remember that you were born to be real, not perfect. But despite that, you're perfect in my eyes.
Beauty comes from the soul, and it shines through your eyes. A beautiful heart is more valuable than a pretty exterior because, after all, looks fade. Over the course of your lifetime, you will meet people who are rotten on the inside but don't pay them any mind.
Keep your head up and keep looking forward. Beating yourself up over the past won't do any good mostly because you can't change it, and it will only drag you down. You'll make mistakes. Lots of them. But it's important to remember that these mistakes make you human. Don't let your past define you, but always remember what it taught you.
Forgive and forget. It's a lot easier said than done, but if you harbor bitter feelings, it will only tie you down. Don't dampen your spirit with hatred or anger. Smile even in the toughest moments and get back up when you get knocked down. It's not about the struggles we go through, it's about how we overcome the obstacles in our path.
Appreciate the small things in life and never take anything for granted because as soon as something is given to you, it can be taken away. It's human nature to not appreciate and value what we have been blessed with, and we sometimes forget that things can change within a blink of an eye.
Someday you're going to have a family of your own, and when you have a daughter, you'll want to make sure that she is protected, loved and safe. And that's what I want for you. Stay strong, good hearted, and never lose that sparkle. I know you're going to make a difference in someone's life one day. Especially mine.
