I Cannot Believe It

I sit here, looking through Pinterest boards and other online resources. Looking for different ideas. Ideas for a Quinceanera.

In January, my niece turns 15.

The little girl who used to wear fluffy dresses. The little girl who could be a challenge. The little girl I always hoped to be able to have in my life. She's grown into an absolutely stunning young lady. 

I can't believe how quickly the years have gone. She's so beautiful. She goes through a lot of the same struggles I went through at her age. 

I am her aunt. I have an obligation to help her understand how difficult life is sometimes. It's okay to be the girl without a boyfriend. It's okay to be picky. It's okay to be yourself. Above all, it's okay to focus on the things that are most important to you - and not worry what other people think or say. Don't ever change because someone else says something nasty - they are the one who needs to re-evaluate. 

You're beautiful. 

You're talented.

You're focused.

You're intelligent.

Run with that.

You aren't a reject because you're alone. There is nothing at all wrong with you. You are a gem.