I wrote myself a love letter

Dear Debby,

You are beautiful.

You truly are. Even when you don’t believe it, it’s true. You are unique. One of a kind. So, stand tall, look back at that reflection and smile. Watch those big eyes light up. They sparkle when you do.

Love your body as it is. You look damn good. Eat anything that you want; rice, hamburger, pizza, noodle, meatball, beef, Indonesian, Korean, Japanese, or western food. Eat a lot. As much as you can. But make sure, you don’t throw it up after eating it.

You are strong.

You know you have to keep on moving. And you do. Just one foot in front of the other. You have the strength to push through the heavy and the tight. I know that it’s so hard for you. But, you’ll know someday that all of it is nothing for you. Keep smiling whether you mean it or not. Soon you will. Focus. Breathe. Move forward. Always move forward.

You are a force.

You are a sophisticated woman who has lived through many adventures. You’ve worked hard your whole life. You can take care of yourself. You can speak your mind. No matter what you may have done in your life. Whatever has made you feel sad. Or ashamed. Or guilty. That’s all over now. It happened but it didn’t break you. You are standing here today in this wonderful life.

You make me laugh.

You can be pretty hilarious. Those monologues that go on inside your head every day? That’s some good stuff. And you’re cool. Seriously cool. Look at your friends! They wouldn’t be hanging out with the likes of you if you couldn’t hold your own. You have had some crazy fun times with so many more on the way.

You are a first rate dreamer.

It’s a wonderful trait. It’s what makes life wide open. It makes you believe that anything is possible. You just have to give it focus. Feed it with energy. You can create. You can reach people. Never stop dreaming.

My dear Deb, if you ever feel that you are at your lowest point, just remember the only place that you can go is up. Find reassurance in the weakness. The best is yet to come. Don't take pity on yourself. Instead, work harder to make your situation better. Be happy. There are so many things to be thankful for!

Sometimes it’s hard. Sometimes your body hurts and your mind is tired and ready to snap. Ask when you need help. It’s okay! It's totally fine. No one can read your mind. Time won't stop for you. Worrying and stressing is simply a waste of time.

Be strong and know that you are in God's hands. Everything will work out. It may not be today or tomorrow, but eventually, the pieces will fall into place and you will understand why things had to happen that way. Don’t forget that I always support you. I mean it. Through the dark and the down days. The laughter and the light. I will always be there. I will always have your back.

May you love what you have, and realize you have everything you need. May you be kind to your body, the most beautiful manifestation of your soul. May you strip all else down and truly feel it: "I love myself" — the quietest. Simplest most powerful revolution ever. 

And so my dear Deb, I may need to be reminded and I may not tell you as often as I should. But I, I am truly, madly deeply yours.

I love you.

For now. And for always.

XOXO

Deb💝