Friday Letters: Extended Version

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Dear Body,

I failed you yet again this week.
But believe me: it wasn't totally my fault.
I got sick, which means I could hardly summon the energy to go grocery shopping,
let alone plan meals and cook.
I'll try again this weekend.

Love,
A lazy, tired bumb
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Dear Job,

You stress me out and make me want to hide in corners,
rocking in the fetal position.
You've depleted my energy, self confidence and personal drive.
I am still in the coping process.

Sincerely,
Girl who needs to get her life figured out
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Dear Party Planning Committee at Work,

The goofy golfing and potluck were a SUCCESS. Thanks for all you do. It was AWESOME.

Sincerely,
A golfer at heart?
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Dear Pinterest,

Thank you for all the creative recipes, fashion advice, wedding details and more.
Whenever I browse your pages, I sometimes feel like I'm creating a life outside the one I actually live in. Almost like a virtual reality. It kind of creaps me out to be honest. So, instead of posting with the intention of wishing I could do all those crazy things, I'd like to buckle down and figure out some hearty goals. In other words: no more wishing. It's time to act.

Sincerely,
Girl who needs to get her life figuered out and still has a hint of drive
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Dear House,

You've been good to me these past four months. You've kept me safe, warm and--most importantly--protected. When the time comes to move out, I will miss you; and I will look back on this episode of my life as a period of self reflection and growth. I probably should have spent more time sitting on your porch and pondering life outside my narrow paradigm, rather than on the couch in front of the TV or in my bed, staring up at the ceiling. But I did the best I could with the resources I was given. It wasn't much, but it was my best. Soon, I hope I will actually sit down and prepare a schedule for myself. The thing I needed most during the past four months was probably consistency. That's a tough attribute to maintain.

Sincerely,
Girl who really DOES need to get her life figured out
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Dear General Conference,

You will be here in two weeks. I am expecting answers, insights and peace. If I do my part, I expect you will do nothing less.

Sincerely,
One of your biggest fans
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Dear Chunky Baby two doors down from me,

Thank you for making life a little brighter. I held you earlier this week and you completely changed my mood. I don't know where you get your positive spirit and happy smile, but please never let anyone or anything taint them.  I so much appreciate your coos, giggles and very observant behavior.

Sincerely,
A future mother
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Dear Men in my life,

Thanks for taking care of me and watching out for me. I am grateful for the times when I am reminded of how much a girl really does need a good guy in her life.

That's all,
Katie
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Dear Women in my life,

You make me believe more and more in sisterhood. I'm not sure where I would be with out you all.

Love,
kN
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Dear March,

Thanks for the warm weather. I'm LOVING it.

Sincerely,
Lover of Spring
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Dear Friends Getting Married,

Thanks for letting me design your wedding invites. Some of your projects have stretched me a ton!But I'm glad to have the chance to develop my artistic side.  I wish you all the best in your marital endeavors.

Love,
Designer wanna be
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Dear Grad School,

What should I study? At this point, I crave just about anything. Please let me back in the classroom, reading books and discussing life and ideas with mentors, professors and students.

Sincerely,
Student at heart
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Dear Galilee,

It's been a year; and I miss you.

Love,
Me