# My dear self-centenarian #

By vermavkv on March 4, 2024 • ( 14 )

Daily writing prompt

Write a letter to your 100-year-old self.

My dearest self,

A hundred years have passed since this moment. It feels like a blink and an eternity at the same time. As I sit here, much younger than you, I feel a mix of awe and a little bit of fear.

This letter bridges the vast chasm of time, a message in a bottle I toss into the ocean of years. I hope it finds you well-worn yet spirited, like a treasured book filled with countless stories etched in its pages.

Let’s rewind, shall we?

Back to this year, a year etched with its own triumphs and tribulations. Remember the dreams that propelled us forward, the ambitions that fueled our late nights?

Did we chase them with unwavering resolve, or did life take us down unforeseen paths? Did we stumble and fall, only to rise stronger, our resilience honed by the challenges we faced?

Imagine, dear 100-year-old me,

You ascended the career ladder, leaving your indelible mark on a chosen field. Or perhaps you embarked on a different journey, one fueled by passion and purpose. Regardless of the path you took, I wonder – did the spark of creativity that ignited our soul back then still flicker within you?

Did you finally write that novel tucked away in the recesses of your mind? Did you capture on canvas the vibrant landscapes that danced in our dreams?

Beyond personal aspirations, my heart yearns to know about the world we inhabit now. Did we overcome the pressing issues that loomed large in our youth?

Have we made significant strides towards equality, sustainability, and lasting peace? Or are these challenges still ongoing, a testament to the collective human struggle?

Most importantly,

I want to know about you – the person you’ve become. Are you surrounded by loved ones, weaving laughter and memories that will forever be cherished?

Did you find your soulmate, a partner who walks beside you through life’s tapestry, sharing both sunshine and storms?

While a pang of sadness acknowledges the inevitable losses we may have faced along the way,

I find solace in the belief that resilience has become one of your defining traits. You’ve undoubtedly navigated life’s storms, emerging stronger with each passing wave.

This letter, dear 100-year-old me,

This is more than a mere glimpse into the past. It’s a reminder to hold onto the essence of who we are – the values that shape us, the passions that ignite our souls, and the kindness that extends beyond ourselves.

Although decades separate us, I know a thread binds us – a shared journey woven from experiences and emotions.

You are the culmination of every choice I make today, every lesson learned, and every joy embraced.

As I seal this letter and send it

As I seal this letter and send it sailing through the years, a silent message echoes within my heart: never lose sight of the dreams that set your soul ablaze. Keep learning, keep growing, and keep spreading joy in the world around you.

And to my dear readers, I invite you to join me on this introspective journey. Pen a letter to your 100-year-old self. Ask questions, share aspirations, and most importantly, celebrate the life yet to unfold.

Remember, every moment is a chance to write a new chapter in your own magnificent story.