" ... And people saw that every sort of beauty, every sort of love was from the gods, and they became free and bold, and they grew WINGS." 🪽 ---- Mikhail Kuzmin from his novella Wings, 1906

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To My Radiant 20-Year-Old Self,

Ah, love. What a thrilling, tumultuous, and transformative journey you are about to embark upon! As I sit down with a pen and the wisdom of seven decades, my heart swells with emotions, memories, and lessons. I wish I could wrap you in the warmth of the knowledge I have now, but remember, it’s the journey, not just the destination, that shapes us.

First and foremost, love is not just about the fluttering butterflies or the heart-racing moments, although they are delightful. Love is complex. It’s layered with emotions, experiences, and intricacies that you will gradually come to understand.

You will face heartbreaks, dear one. Some will be a drizzle, while others will feel like torrential downpours, threatening to drown everything you thought you knew about love. You might feel shattered, lost in a maze of pain and questions. But trust me, after every storm, there will be a rainbow. Each heartbreak, as gut-wrenching as it might seem at the moment, is a stepping stone, molding you, refining you, and preparing you for the love you truly deserve.

But love is not just about the heartaches. There will be joys, oh the joys! Moments when your heart feels so full that it might just burst. Cherished memories, shared laughter, inside jokes, and silent understandings—these are the treasures that make every tear worth it. Revel in these moments, capture them in the sanctuary of your heart, for they are the illuminating stars in the vast expanse of the love galaxy.

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Moreover, with each relationship, with each twist and turn, you will grow. Growth that will come in unexpected ways. You’ll discover strength you never knew you had, compassion deeper than the oceans, and a resilience that will surprise you. Embrace every lesson, for love is as much about self-discovery as it is about discovering another.

My dear younger self, love wholeheartedly, but don’t lose yourself in the process. Remember to love yourself with the same fervor. Set boundaries, respect your feelings, and never settle for less than what resonates with the core of who you are.

In the grand tapestry of life, every thread, be it dark or light, adds to the masterpiece that is uniquely you. As you dance through the journey of love, know that every dip, every twirl, every pause is a part of the beautiful choreography of your life.

Above all, keep faith. Faith in love, faith in the journey, and faith in yourself. For love, in all its shades, is one of life’s most exquisite adventures.

With all the love and wisdom from your 70-year-old self,

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