October 2011
Greetings Lovelies!
In life, as I have told you from day one, you are going to meet some “strange birds” (according to Dr. Seuss at least). I am so happy to have been a “strange bird” in your life for at least a short time and I hope that you are able to remember some key things that I have already taught you through my own life experiences and trials.
1. You are lovely. You may not have been told this all of your life, and maybe you have. Some people may have (and will) put you down. You may not feel lovely. There will be times when you are the last person that tells you, “You are lovely.”
You ARE! You are a “lovely” and you are lovely. Relish in this idea and you will believe in you, and you will succeed!
2. L-E-T-S G-O! Life is about embracing opportunities as they arise. Be ready to “go” at any present moment. Not everything is going to be planned. Not everything in life is fair and things simply may not go your way; however, if you are ready to “go” at a moment’s notice, you will be the one seizing the opportunity, while others sit back and figure out what to do next. J
3. Seize the day! This goes along with #2, but it is so much more! You HAVE to attend school! You HAVE to get out of bed in the morning! You may HAVE to do chores…or help take care of siblings…or do your homework, etc. Instead of being upset that you must be doing such things, enjoy each moment. Take the moment for what it is and soak up the lesson, the experience, the strain and/or stress, etc. You will certainly take something from it – even if you are learning what it is that you “don’t” want to do with your life.
4. Be a monkey! “Monkey-ing” around, or having fun, is 99% of your success! Being fun/having fun is contagious – keep it appropriate and use it as part of your equation for success!
I truly believe in you as so many others do – my hope is that you will believe in you. I hope that you have an amazing seventh grade year and that you are able to find the best in you and embrace it! Remember, “Happiness is a journey, not a destination.” –Souza
My best,
Mrs. Veloz
“There are only two ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle.
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