A Letter To My Adolescent Self
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Dear Edward,
Grow out your wings first
before you flap them, little bird.
Your wings aren't strong enough
to fly just yet; keep your feet firmly
planted on the ground, for now.
Keep the wheels of your dreams spinning;
it will pay dividends in the future.
Keep burning that midnight oil
to make every dream of yours a reality,
and stay true to that mission
Someday your wings will take you
to dizzying heights. Take advantage
of every opportunity that presents itself,
big or small. The world is your oyster.
The sky is the limit for you
You can accomplish anything you set
your mind to. Forge your own path. Pursue...
your passion with unbridled zeal.
Anything you're good at or enjoy doing, do it
the best you possibly can and do it contently.
Don't let self-doubt defeat you. Do not
fall prey to self-fulfilling prophecy. Laugh
in the face of your naysayers, and refuse to
allow them to define you. Your time to shine
is now, today; right this very moment!
Take constructive criticism, not as a slight
but as inspirational fuel. Don't let anyone
dictate when you should have your place
in the sun. Grow out your wings, little bird,
and soar to the heavens!
Date written and posted: 05/19/2019
Copyright © Edward Ibeh | Year Posted 2019
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