Dear Me,

Slow down.

Breathe it in and listen... Listen to the world around you. Take the time to enjoy and wonder. Savor the last bite.

So often you get stuck in the urgency of doing. Perhaps it is why you got sick in the first place. You are no better off for doing twenty things in one day as apposed to two... what matters is the meaning behind those things you do. If you rush, you may miss out.

Slow down.

Dear Me,

As tragic as it is, the world doesn't spin without money. You know this to be true yet have chased away, hiding in trees and under covers long enough.

Save a little when you can, save it for the largest creation of your life... just in case. We can never be sure of a tomorrow, but it won't hurt you at all to hope that there is one.

Dear Me,

Those lucky stars have nothing on you. You are in control of your mind and well aware of the surrounding world as well. Luck has little to do with it at this point. Never wait around for something to happen. Be your own advocate for NOW.

In all reality, the only reality is this very moment. You must create the best world that you know how by only reaching the NOW. You mustn't rely on anything or anyone else to change something in your life. Alter what you can and accommodate the rest. Smile the whole time and be thankful that you have another day.

Dear Me,

When looking back on desperate times, think hard to those memories that you held tightly to your soul, afraid to breathe for that it would send them away. Was there someone in particular? Was it a far-off land? Were they tears of joy or sorrow?

Your true self is shown greatest in moments of weakness. Don't shy away because knowing will ultimately lead you to where you should be.

Dear Me,

Listen to those strangers that approach you at random. They may give advice or tell a story that may become relevant. Even those that predict your future because they see something for you. Believe it. What is the harm?

Guidance can come in many shapes and forms. Sometimes you can't figure it out on your own and those little hints given by the Universe will help you on your way. The trick is that you have to listen to them. You must stay keen and aware to the world around you. Don't become so busy that you lose sight of those wonders and magical encounters from unlikely sources.

Always wonder the meaning of chance occurrences and random outcomes. Wonder about the clues to your path and follow them from within, the only way you know how.

Dear Me,

Always remember to face the sunshine and stay with it as it turns. The shadows that are created, therein, only make the spectrum of colors and emotions have more depth to them. Linger in those shadows just long enough to feel the difference.

But stay with the sun. It brings life and hope to everything. There is nothing without it, and certainly no life on Earth. Use the sun as a reminder ofthe warmth within your heart and soul. Cherish every notion of it and you will do well each day.