Your branches are young but your roots are strong. I know because I tended them, I watered them, I loved them. We share the same roots, you and I.
Stand tall, little one.
It's okay to cry, but then you must lift your head and dry your tears. There will be times that you feel your heart will stop beating for the pain, but know that it won't. You are a survivor and the pain will make you strong.
You will never be what they want. First they will tell you that you are to quiet, then they will try to silence you. They will call you saint and sinner, goddess and demon; you can't please them so please don't try. Please don't try. You know who you are and you know what sets your soul on fire. Feed that fire.
You will be rejected and you will be lonely and you will be afraid. Courage, daughter, and know that you are loved.
Stand tall, little one.
Open your soul to God and He will replace your doubts with assurance, your fears with faith. You are weak and you are human and you will make mistakes. Apologize. There will be those who will define you by your mistakes. They will tell you that you've run out of chances, that you can't possibly be good enough. Don't listen. God is endlessly patient and He will never get frustrated. He will always be willing to forgive you, to teach you, to bandage your wounds and kiss your forehead. Remember that He is the only one who loves you more than I. Trust him fully. His plan will always yield better results than ours.
Don't ever waste time on those who don't recognize your true value. They will only hold you back and they don't deserve to share your world. Don't allow yourself to be mistreated, but be free with your forgiveness. Remember that those you love are just as human as you. They will let you down and they will hurt you and that's okay. Let it go. Learn from it. Let yourself grow. And let them do the same.
Work hard. Talent alone will get you no where. If you want something, go out and fight for it. You are entitled to nothing, so expect nothing. Your ambition and dedication will be rewarded. Prioritize. Keep your vision and perspective. Don't let yourself get distracted. Always remember that God and family come first.
Stand tall, little one. There are great things in store for you.
Love,
Your Mother
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