Dear dreams,

… Oh how you’ve let me down. When I was a kid, I always dreamt of having a giant house and working very hard to lead a successful life. Currently, I’m working really hard but the work goes without acknowledgement. I’m really hoping that my dreams are someday aspired once I graduate college; only like 2 and a half more years to go, right? Right? I can do this. Perhaps if I can find a good job then, my dreams will be fulfilled. As for right now, thank you for taking me away from reality in my sleep; it is very satisfying to see my dreams come true in my sleep. Perhaps one day, it won’t be a dream. Perhaps, you’ll become my reality.

Dear sibling,

I hate the fact that you’re in your teenager stage where everyone is wrong and you’re right. I’ve given up on even being friendly with you now because all you are is angry and manipulative. You try and make people feel bad for the things you’ve done. Perhaps you should try and take up things that are your own fault. I dislike you because of the way you’ve been treating mom lately — she is not your slave; she has done so much for you and you do not appreciate her in the slightest. You need to stop being a spoiled teenager and realize that things aren’t so easy as you make them out to be. You’re graduating high school next year… perhaps you’ll finally see what the real world is like.

Sincerely,

Cindy T Nguyen

Dear Parents,

Mom, I want to thank you for being understanding and being able to at least see things from my point of view. You have provided me with a lot growing up; you were there for me when nobody else was. If it weren’t for you, I wouldn’t be alive. I’m sorry that I don’t show that I appreciate you enough. You are a good mom to me and I just wish that you knew that.

Dad, I wish that you were more understanding - it is always your way or the high way. I’m sorry that I can’t be the perfect daughter you want me to be. I want to be able to find out who I truly am and will be; I feel as though you have restrained me from growing up and are continuously doing so. I wish that you understood how unhappy you make me sometimes… I just wish you understood. But I know that you never will. I wish that I can forgive you for your mistakes but sometimes, I hold it against you. I know that you care but… sometimes, you have to let me go. I’m old enough to make my own decisions now. But you just don’t understand. I don’t know what to do anymore. I know that you feel disappointed in me constantly simply because I am not the daughter you expected me to be but I can’t stay a little girl forever.

Love,

Your daughter. 

Dear babe,

My crush is not just a crush… you’re mine! We have been through way too much together. Your love has gotten me through so many rough times. I wish I knew how to make you love me more. Sometimes, I feel as though you’re way too good to me. I’m so happy that we met. You’ve shared so many secrets with me and vice versa. I’ve shared more of my personal life with you more than anyone else. You’re special to me because I wouldn’t mind spending the rest of my life with you… as stupid as that may sound. Even though we may annoy one another, get into fights occasionally, and   don’t always agree 100% of the time, we somehow always find ways to fix the situation. 

I know that I’m completely insane.. but you still accept me regardless and I thank you. I’m sorry that I come with a lot of baggage. I know that we wish we could fast forward the stage in our lives that we’re in but just know that you’ll be okay and you’ll receive everything you’re desiring of, it is just a matter of time and patience. You’re one of the most amazing people I’ve ever met. 

Love,

Your bee.

Dear Non-Existent Best Friend,

I don’t really know if I even have a best friend anymore. I tend to simply keep to myself nowadays. Personally, a lot of people can not be trusted. Everyone can act nice to your face but their true colors will eventually shine. I’ve met a couple of new people lately… they were totally cool at first until they started to show their true personality. Just because you have a pretty face doesn’t mean your ugly personality won’t shine pass that, just saying. 

Anyway. To my future best friend, whoever you are, please keep my secrets a secret and do not just talk about yourself. I like talking about myself once in awhile too.