A note to myself at 9

Play more. Worry less. Be nice to your peers, even if you think they're stupid. Don't worry if/when they don't like you. It's not going to matter. Keep studying. Keep reading. Keep being smart, and don't be afraid to show it, even if someone's going to make fun of you. You're beautiful. Your weight is not a reflection of who you are. There will always be mean girls. Don't be one of them. Being a smart girl is so much better. Your mom is right. Boys are stupid, stay away from them as long as your heart and body will let you.