A letter from February 26th, 2021

Dear Future Gabriella, Hi!!! How are you? Let me describe my life currently. The date is Thursday, February 25th and I'm typing this at 9:12 at night. First of all, COVID is pretty bad right now. It's not terrible, but also not great. I haven't traveled in a while, I didn't go to camp last year, we have to wear masks everywhere, etc. We can go to school and we're lucky because most people don't get to do that. I really like Will Moldenhaur hehehe. He's really cute. Is he still so good looking? I'm in 8th grade by the way. I don't have a ton of friends but that's ok! My bestest friend forever is Lila. I'm sort of nervous to get new people in our grade in high school. Are they nice? Am I still good friends with Lila? Have I actually dated anyone or kissed anyone or anything? If the answer is no then I'm disappointed. Just kidding, take your time! Anyways, hopefully, things in the future are better! I'm optimistic :) Love you! I'm supporting you from your past. I know we're going to do great things. I promise I'm proud. If you ever think that you're letting anyone down, just know that I'm so proud of everything we've done. Everything will be ok! Also, if you even get this email, be proud. Currently, I'm not so sure I'm going to make it in time to read this. Let's just say I'm not in the best place mentally. So if you're reading this, I'm so, SO proud of you!! I love you tons, we're doing great <3 Love, your past self P.S. You're better than you'll ever know. You're truly a great person. I have so much faith in you. I love you so much. Even if it doesn't feel like it, I promise there's ALWAYS someone to love you. Keep your chin up. You're doing great.