To My Future Self

The following letter was written the last couple of days of my time in the Wind River Range of Wyoming during my NOLS course:


Dear Future Karyn,

I am so tremendously proud of you for staying strong and making it to and through this NOLS course. You have met and learned from some amazing individuals that I am sure you will never forget. It is a sad time but always remember that you can take and use this happiness and simplicity anywhere. Whether you stay in CT or move somewhere else you will find this and live this. Don’t stress too much and let time go sometimes. Stare at the stars, clouds, trees, flowers and all that is natural; lay in the grass, get dirty, smell the air. RELAX and ENJOY life and all the natural beauty around you. No matter what happens you will be ok, you will be loved, you will be respected, you will be happy and will get through anything. You are a resilient person who can inspire and help change/lead others for the better. Continue to be a good person and just… breathe and live in the moment. Don’t forget who you are, where you came from, and where you may want to go.

Love Always,
Karyn

P.S. Remember this experience always, it will ground you and get you through your hard times.