From Me To Me
Written to my future self
Dear Future Self, in some distant year
I write these words to you today,
So you can look back at a later date
And remind yourself of all I say.
***
Please don’t take life too seriously
You will only end up with regret,
A life of all work and no play
Is one that we need to forget.
***
It’s in the light hearted days
That we make the best memories,
To get you through the rough patches
So use them as happy remedies.
***
If you’re struggling between work or play
Ask yourself “will it matter in 10 years”,
Which will give the greatest recollection
The nostalgic thoughts and happiest cheers?
***
Spend the time with love ones
Take the trips you’ve always dreamed,
Buy the things you see as frivolous
Pamper yourself until you’re preened.
***
This is your historical self signing out
Remember to re-read this letter weekly,
And know that yesterday, today and tomorrow
You are loved and respected deeply.
***
Bye for now
From me
To me.
*********************************************
If you liked my writing, please click on the small heart underneath, near my name. Or send me a tip and let me know you enjoyed it.
****
Please click the link below my name to read more of my work. I would also like to thank you for taking the time to read this today and for all your support.
If you enjoy this piece, you may enjoy this one too.
Originally posted on Medium
About the Creator
Colleen Millsteed
My first love is poetry — it’s like a desperate need to write, to free up space in my mind, to escape the constant noise in my head. Most of the time the poems write themselves — I’m just the conduit holding the metaphorical pen.
Reader insights
Outstanding
Excellent work. Looking forward to reading more!
Top insights
Easy to read and follow
Well-structured & engaging content
Excellent storytelling
Original narrative & well developed characters
Expert insights and opinions
Arguments were carefully researched and presented
Eye opening
Niche topic & fresh perspectives
Heartfelt and relatable
The story invoked strong personal emotions
On-point and relevant
Writing reflected the title & theme
Keep reading
More stories from Colleen Millsteed and writers in Poets and other communities.
Comments (1)
Whoaaa I loved this!