Ruth is a full-time writer. Foodie. Happy camper. Wanders a lot. Used to have the worst taste in men. A reformed swipe-a-holic. Reviving her blog after its death.
Thursday, February 05, 2009
Dear future child,
If you found this first note online, I suggest you rummage through my notebooks and look for the little notes and letters I've left you. It's a habit I've acquired since your Papa became my boyfriend.
There's so many things I want to talk to you about. It's a cruel world out there but no matter what age you're in, always believe in happy endings. Why do you think we watch so many Disney movies?
I want to tell you about love. You will never run out of it. But just because you have an abundant supply doesn't mean you should carelessly give them away. There are people worthy of them, and there are people that are not.
Your friends always deserve them. Never miss the chance to show them how much you love them. When they wake you up in the middle of the night to cry, listen. You don't need to give them advice, just tell them you will be there for them and it will be alright. They might not always believe you but hearing you breathe at the other end of the of the line will comfort them.
Feed your pets on time, wash them and give them nicknames.
If you have a cause that you believe in, work for it voluntarily. Don't accept payment except, maybe, to cover the basic expenses.
Don't be afraid to collect things about your favorite TV or movie personalities. Watch their shows and google about them in the net. Celebrate your chance to be silly every once in a while. But if you're a girl and start wearing midriffs and short skirts in the middle of the day, I swear you'll be grounded. If you're a boy and wants a motorcycle like you've seen in TV, ask your Papa about it.
If you like someone of the same gender as yours, it just might be a phase. If you think it's not, then you might be gay. If you are, I want you to share this to me as soon as you’re comfortable to do it. I will probably not know what to do and how to react at first but I know I will not let anybody make you feel any less special.
Be faithful. Exhaust all means possible before breaking up. If it's still not working, work up the courage to end it. Don't overlap relationships. It's mean and unfair.
Never date anyone involved with somebody else because it's not worth it. People don't change. Cheaters will always be cheaters.
Stay away from partners who threaten to cut themselves if you end it with them. If they make do with their threats, remember that it's not your fault. People make choices. You already have your own liabilities and you don't need to carry the burden of other people for them.
If you're hurting in a bad relationship know that you can always walk away. Always. There are no exceptions. Think of it as a splinter, the quicker you remove it, the better you'll feel.
Getting your heart broken is one of the biggest lessons that you have to learn to help you recognize a good thing the next time you see it.
There are many jerks out there but don't get discouraged. There are also people like you. You will get what you deserve. It might take years but it will come to you. If it doesn’t, look closer. God always give us something/someone to love.
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