Dear Eileen,

I hope you're where you want to be the most. I know that the path to where you are may not have been the easiest of path, but you were never one to give up in the face of adversity. It may not be exactly where you want to be, but treasure what you have and I hope you have chosen wisely. You may not yet know the full consequence of your decision now, but whatever it was, know that it was the best option for you then when you made it.

I hope that you're happy and smiling most of the days, that you'll still in touch with those you hold dear to you, and that you found it in yourself to give generously and receive with an open heart. Perhaps there are days when you find yourself wondering, as you often do, whether or not you did the right thing, walked down the right path, met the right person but for whatever reasons, gave that person up, or maybe even not find the person yet. But whatever you do, remember that you have a group of really special friends around you, friends who mean the world to you, and whom you should keep in touch with.

You might have gotten an intern somewhere, and no matter whether you like it or not, remember- you applied for it yourself, so you must give your best, and then you will come to love it. Give everything and everyone a chance, don't condemn things or people. Be open to opinions and suggestions, and trust that it will benefit you someday, if not now.

You past self,

Eileen

23 August 2010