I have decided to use this entry as my own personal version after reading several extracts and reviews of this book.
Dear Krystal,
You are young, so full of life, so full of hope and promise. The next few years will be the ones which shape a lot of your character and opinions. Don’t be afraid, you will get through it. One thing to always remember: no matter whatever happens, never forget who you really are. Never forget the person you wish to become and continue to focus and aspire to get there.
Over the next 5 years, you go to college, and will be disappointed. But remember not to be disheartened. What happens here gives you the determination you will later need to succeed. You attend university (Reading –which by the way is your first choice) and despite personal circumstances which will severely knock your confidence, you still pass with a good grade.
Always remember to be proud of yourself. You have no control of the way others behave. Try not to dwell on this too much, because this will only bring you down. You have full control of your own mind and body.
Start appreciating your mother more. Her and your step dad (yes, when you’re 17 they tie the knot as you know, and it still lives to be THE best wedding you’ve attended. Not only that but you play an enormous role in the ceremony), whilst the next few years are very testing on your relationship with them, particularly your mother, it will all start to calm down over time. She offers you unconditional love despite what you may feel sometimes.
Boyfriends will come and go, as will friends and you will make some, shall we say interesting choices with some. Don’t see the experiences as negative as each will only make you stronger. This you especially learn throughout your duration at university.
Then you reach your present time, which is kind of like the unknown. No real structure to your overall life timetable, just a part time job (at Topman – since you left your beloved Topshop behind) and the ongoing applications to gain work experience. At 21 you still don’t have many answers, other than what you think you want to do for a career (which is a good start considering most of your fellow graduates don’t have a clue). So enjoy these few years, and the years to come. They are in fact, your most exciting and knowledgeable ones yet.
With love,
Your slightly more experienced self
Beautifully written, just like a mother to daughter letter, so very clever!
But as you say, ‘enjoy yourself now’ as these are, as well as being the most exciting and knowledgeable, they are as everyone knows, the best and most memorable years for you to look back on!
Hugs Tina x
Hi Tina, Thanks so much for your comment it’s definitely appreciated! I’ve only recently started using this properly so haven’t really had a chance until now to have a look at any comments, but better late than never! Thanks again! Hope you’ll still continue to read my blog(s)!