Letter to Ronnica, 2015
Posted in The Life of the Historian and tagged with Contentment, Future, God, Letters on March 9, 2010Have you ever written a letter to your future self? I’ve done that several times, but I always remember to open them in time, not being as excited about them as I was when I wrote them. I figured I might as well write this letter here as I’m much more likely to see it!
Dear Ronnica 2015,
Let’s not fool anyone…this is a tad bit ridiculous before an audience. Reminds me of times when I’ve had to practice a speech before an audience of one. Let’s try to put that silliness aside.
I have no idea what your life is like, Ronnica 2015. Perhaps your life is closer to my dream future or my practically planned future, but more likely it’s something/somewhere I never thought I’d be. After all, my 2005 self would have laughed at where I am today (and my 2000 self even more so).
If you are married or have kids, don’t take that for granted. Remember well how much you longed for those things when you were me. While I no doubt have no idea the trials that come with life as a wife and mother, I do know that deep inside of me, that’s what I desire. Just as I work now to be content where God’s placed me, work to be content where God has placed you.
And if you’re still single, I know you’re handling it. I have so much still to learn about how to honor God in my single life, and how to balance all the many areas I want to grow in. Hopefully you’re excelling at that better than I am. I hope that you have many more days that you are content than nights that you are not.
Don’t be afraid to love. Hey, I could be writing this for my today self. I know our tendency to be reserved when it comes to friendships. It’s okay to put yourself out there…even if you get hurt. Seek to love others (through word AND deed) as you’d want to be loved yourself.
Though no doubt our interests aren’t quite the same, keep learning. There is so much to know and so much wisdom to be gained. Learn from those who go before us and seek wisdom at God’s mercy seat. Even though you’re 5 years further down the road than I, I know you have so much more room to grow.
Truthfully,
Ronnica 2010
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March 9th, 2010 at 2:14 am
This was wonderful. I was touched that you signed your letter “Truthfully” – that is perfect.
I haven’t ever written myself a letter but now that I’ve read yours, I may do just that!
Have a great week Ronnica.
March 9th, 2010 at 8:16 am
How great this is, FGD…never thought of doing this…For everyone…we just all need to be open to GOD’S leading.
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March 9th, 2010 at 9:05 am
This is such a sweet thing to do! I hope that Ronnica 2015 has everything Ronnica 2010 dreams of!
March 9th, 2010 at 2:55 pm
How neat! I hope Ronnica 2015 is still blogging so we (mainly ME!) can see how what you’ve written relates to you then! :)
March 9th, 2010 at 2:57 pm
Jen: Thanks!
Cammy: Haha, me too!
Janet: I can’t imagine at this point not blogging in 2015 (even though I’d be nearing my 9-year-blogiversary), no matter what my life looks like. I’m sure this blog will evolve, but it’s such a huge part of me!
March 10th, 2010 at 2:17 am
What a wonderful idea! I love it!
Thank you for sharing a very real insight into Ronnica 2010. I hope you do read it in 2015 – I think Ronnica 2015 will appreciate it. :)
March 11th, 2010 at 2:29 pm
I love this. Thanks for sharing it.