What I wish I knew when I was younger

In a couple of days, another birthday beckons. This time, I am not too giddy about it. More reflective and looking deeper. A lot has happened since my last birthday and I give myself a pat on the back for giving myself room to grow, to say goodbye to someone I never thought I will , to fall in love, to be loved... Quarter life was definitely a worthy crisis!

I have spent the last few days talking to younger me. Hehe... Girl should just have known a few things....So here we go!

Dear 18-25 year old me,
I'm sure you are not going to like this note but well since I still call the shots, who cares?
I look at you sometimes and I smile.. Life is still one big party huh? But you really need someone who is gonna have your back when its all done. Someone who is going to be your best friend, mentor and love. He really might not fit your status quo but if he genuinely sees the best in you, does any other thing matter?

I wish I could warn you about the dangers ahead in your search for such a man. Well, I can try.  You are going to meet #Mr. Married but my wife sucks... Lol, be tactful when dealing with him. His wife doesn't really suck. If she did, he would have left her. Never listen to his misery tales. You will thank me later when you don't end up in his bed or even worse having a messed view on marriage. Don't have long phone conversations, texts or IMs with him unless you know you wouldn't be hurt if you were his wife. Don't go on dates with him. His money isn't worth your dignity

Oh and there is going to be Mr Crazy about you but my ex won't let me go. Please clear of that one. Ex, not wife and he still can't let go? please!

There is going to be Mr I am gonna marry you even though I know nothing about you. That is recipe for danger!

Listen kid, the list is endless, but remember, no one really has your back except God. He is the only one who writes love stories with happy scenes. He will bring you a young man who thinks you are a genius, who will love your flawed self, who will adore you and make you Happy. Till then just sip on a glass of coke and watch life.

Ok, I gotta bounce. (I still use that term). Will write a better note shortly.
Love,
Older me!!