I wasn't old. I was young. I was pretty thin. I had free time. I used to feel bored, sometimes.
I loved learning French. I loved it so much I majored in it. I loved it so much I spent 5 months studying abroad soaking in everything I possibly could.
I used to listen to music really loud in my room. Sometimes the same song over and over and over. Sometimes I would write down words to my own songs in my spiral notebook. Or poems.
I used to be different. Did you know me then?
I used to rearrange my bedroom furniture at night, and if it was too late, I'd sketch out how I would do it the next day. In my spiral notebook.
I'd make cakes and brownies for my parents and brothers. I used make cakes to take to school in junior high after band competitions.
My best friend and I would take a pan of brownies to my room and eat practically the whole thing. We had an agreement. She got the outsides, I got the middle.
I used to be different. Did you know me then?
I used to ride my bike around the block, go the movies, and hang out with my friends for hours.
I didn't like crafts, I didn't like to shop, and I didn't read much for fun.
I hadn't thought much about the world, about politics, about education, or about the purpose of life.
I am thankful for where I am today. I am happy where I am today. But I used to different. I am happy there are people around who knew me then.
You are a wonderful, affectionate and loving person. Super mom and a wonderful friend. We all change in time. We used to be kids, teenagers and not the same as we are now... We do grow up, realize the difference between right and wrong, get married, have kids, than grand kids, LOL! I sound like a grandma already! One of my little once is still waiting to go to school... Love ya Zein! We do need to get together more often and talk about those old, good times, inshaAllah.
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