Start a daily journal TODAY! Trust me, you'll be glad you did when you see how much faster you're growing because of it. No one has to see it but you, so write whatever you want. And don't worry if you miss some things. In ten years, the little day-to-day details won't matter.

 Don't date him just because everyone says you should. He's not for you.

 Being military girlfriend will be worth all the time spent alone in the end. Hang in there. He's worth it.

 Avoid the liberal arts degree.

 Don't trust the man you call your father, he will rape your mother.

 Don't lose your strong faith because in the end, that's all you have.

 Enjoy those years in high school. Don't let them fall short. Don't think, just do.

 Remember more of your childhood. That is the only period without regrets..