A note to self

"To let go isn't to forget, not to think about, or ignore. It doesn't leave feelings of anger, jealousy, or regret. Letting go isn't about winning or losing. Its not about pride or its not about how you appear, and its not obsessing or dwelling on the past. Letting go isn't blocking memories or thinking sad thoughts, and it doesn't leave emptiness, hurt or sadness. It's not about giving in or giving up. Letting go isn't about loss and its not about defeat. To let go is not to cherish the memories, but to overcome and move on. It is having an open mind and confidence in the future. Letting go is learning and experience and growing. To let go is to be thankful of the experiences that made you laugh, made you cry, and made you grow. Its about all that you have, all that you had, and all that you will soon gain. Letting go is having the courage to accept change, and streght to keep moving. Letting go is growing up. It is realizing that the heart can sometimes be the most potent remedy. To let go is to open a door, and to clear a path and set yourself free.

Don't wish me happiness. I don't expect to be happy. Its gotten beyond that, somehow. Wish me courage and strength. I will need them all."