If I Could Write Myself A Letter

If I knew I could, I’d write myself a letter

Back when I was 10 years old or so

Maybe older, just right before 12

I’d tell her not to get her hopes up

Because if you think it’s bad now

It doesn't get any better

I’d tell her to be grateful, to be a better daughter

Not to have regrets

Always try to be a better person

And with what other people think?

Don't even bother

I’d tell her to grow up slower, to read Harry Potter sooner

I’d tell her not to be easily influenced

Love like there’s no tomorrow

And don’t be so quick to forget her

I’d tell her to forgive

To enjoy being young

Don't waste all your money

And love the person in the mirror

For who she is