a contemplation upon growing up.: Bloom babygirl.

“I am in awe of flowers.
Not because of their colors,
but because even though they
have dirt in their roots,
they still grow.
They still bloom.”
― D. Antoinette Foy

Not everything in life will be perfect and go well. You will love the wrong people, and give your emotions to those that don't value you. You will lose focus momentarily and be blinded by negativity and unease. You will feel like the universe knows you by name and is in fact against you. And no one will really understand what it is you feel. We have good days and we have bad days. But regardless of the imperfections of life and the frustration you feel, I want you to believe that, you can pick yourself up, dust yourself off and move on. The only real mistake you will ever make in your lifetime, is if you let life's twists and turns defeat your spirit and that's one mistake you will look back on and regret. Focus your mind on the positive things. Have the courage to do something about your own happiness. And ask for help if you need help. You don't have to go through anything alone. Despite all of the things that are going wrong, only think about the things that are going right. Think of all that has gone right so far. Have a positive attitude. Be passionate. Go after what it is you want. Be open. Be mindful. Be positive. You are in control of what happens in your life. You shape your own destiny. So have the courage to bloom regardless of whatever is happening.

Bloom, babygirl.

A reminder.