I started this journal back in 2004 and began it with loving messages to my friends. Some have come and gone, some with malice and some with none... and others have grown closer. Incredibly close, and I treasure them dearly.
It's time to start treasuring myself.

So with that said, it seems fitting to close this journal by writing myself a message. I'll keep it short and sweet. There's no need to reflect too hard on everything, it's all right here.

So, Mikayla... Despite the place you are in life, and how this may not be the close to this journal you expected... Remember one thing as you begin anew:

be proud of who you are
be proud of who you were
be proud of who you'll be