Thursday, May 04, 2017

An Open Letter to my little sisters

I'm writing you this letter, because there are some things I want you to know. There are things that I have experienced that sometimes life has to teach you before you realize the truth.

In your life there will probably be lots of boys who think you're hot. Boys who just want to get in your pants. But there will also be a couple, or maybe just one, who think that you are worth it all, and are the most fantastic person ever created.
How do you tell the difference?
You would think that it would be easy, but sometimes it's not. The boys that just want to get in your pants can be extremely charming, and are usually super attractive. But things to be aware of, these guys will only briefly ask you about your day/life, and while you're answering the question, they'll add on to something you said that brings the attention back to themselves and their lives. They'll also compliment you a lot, which feels so nice, because this really cute boy is noticing you and thinks you're sexy.
But the one that values you, wants to know who you are, wants to know why you think like you do. He wants to make you laugh. He will also compliment you, but his compliments won't be to see how you respond.
When the boy that just wants to get in your pants touches you, he doesn't respect your boundaries. He will keep teasing until you give in.
When the other boy touches you, your boundaries become his boundaries, and he loves you enough to respect you. Sometimes you yourself will lose sight of your own boundaries, but he will still remember them, and hold you to it.
Love is the most important factor of all.
Some boys will swear they love you in just minutes, because they took one look at you and want you. Some boys will care about you because you're kind and funny and nice. So, they'd do you, 'cause you're hot.
But the others, they might love you right away, they might think you're hot, funny and nice, but they're interested in laughing with you more than bringing you home. Because a life together is what you want, not just a night together.
When it's right, you'll know, as cliché as that sounds. You won't doubt you are loved and love in return. But until that time, don't rush it. Have plenty of friends, and just laugh when a boy only wants in your pants. He'll grow up one day, maybe, who knows.

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