Dear You

What advice would you give to your teenage self?

You are a wonderful person who grew up too fast. You are the oldest child that had to plan your younger brothers’ funerals. It wasn’t your fault that they took after their father.

You will be tested every day of your life. You are going to realize how strong you are and how you need to fight to survive.

I need to tell you there is cancer in your future. You will survive. You do need to practice self-care as you get older. That means taking good care of your whole self. You can make it. I believe in you.