Sunday, January 31, 2010


Dear Shaheera,

Or is it Sharkie now? I don't know Shaheera, Sharkie you're one and the same to me, the difference is minute. I hope this little note finds you in the best of health and that all is well. Maybe not too well which is why I feel the need to check up on you. We have a connection you and I.

I just want you to know that no matter what happens and regardless of what you choose to do, I'm here for you. I love you and I want you to be happy. Know that despite the obstacles and challenges thrown in your direction, you can count on me. I hope to never let you down. You need to see that you are a great person even though you think you're not. You have great friends and a family that is there for you even though they don't show it at times. You have all this because you deserve it and to have these awesome people in your life, well hey you must've really done something good/ right don't ya reckon?

Look all I'm saying is, things aren't gonna be perfect all the time. In fact it never is, it can come close but you know you'll reach stumbling blocks. Keep in mind though, that the tough times make you more aware of yourself, what you are capable of. Focus on your strengths to help you through them because sweety, you deserve to be happy. You deserve to smile and please when things are well... share that happiness with the world. Don't ever forget to give back. Keep paying it forward.

People may come along in your life, they may walk in and out but it is not their fault if they leave. Understand where you may have played a part in driving them away and accept that. If they are happy and in a better place by doing so then let them be. Let go babe. Be strong, accept whatever happens, wish them well and let go. Know that they don't owe you anything, neither do you owe them. So leave them to do what is best for them and you focus on what is best for you. You can't change how people think or feel, but you have control over what you do and how you feel. So make use of that opportunity. Make the best of whatever you have, and don't pay much attention to the things that you don't. Your happiness is a journey girlie, so don't make it unpleasant. Remember, there's good in everyone. People sometimes do not realise what they are doing or understand the impact they might have had. So forgive them, learn from them and realise that there's more underlying factors that you may or may not understand with regards to their actions. Most importantly Sharks... Let go.

Plan your future well. However, remember to make them realistic and achievable. Nothing is impossible yes, but you gotta remember to work with what you are given and work hard. Goals and dreams do not materialise by themselves. If you believe hard enough and work at it... God willing it will happen. Have faith. Don't forget to pray and always be greatful. SubhanAllah.

Don't forget who you are, where you come from and the lessons you've been taught. People do slip up and you're no exception from that. If God is all forgiving, don't you think you should be too? Forgive yourself and get back on the right path. You're getting there. I'm proud of you. Respect other beliefs/ faiths while holding on strongly to yours. We are all here to live and learn.

I shall end here my dear. I hope this helps. I love you very much.

Yours truly,
Me

10:44 AM