by Ashabi Lewis

 ” You are capable of more things than you know and never give up on your dreams, because you are closer than you think. ”

My last birthday was on 11-12-13.

Here is a letter I wrote to myself on my birthday:

Dear Ashabi,

I really don’t know where to start from, but here we go. So it’s your birthday today, it’s amazing how fast the past year has been. Ashabi, am proud of the woman you are gradually becoming, a woman of substance with integrity in sight.

The past one year has been filled with a lot of ups and some down times, but be thankful for all the experience. I sure hope you have learnt your lesson because it’s time to move on to greater challenges.

Furthermore, you are doing well as a mum and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. The love you have for your husband is unparalleled; always strive to a better wife everyday.

Family is a big part of your life. Show gratitude to your lovely parents for raising you in a Godly manner and giving you the best start in life.

It’s time to get real Ashabi, you have a lot to achieve this new year and there is no time for sentiments. Quit procrastinating and start taking steps towards achieving your goals, always remember the key to success lies with you, it’s time to reach out and get it.

It’s good to know you’ve finally accepted your curves (thanks to your ‘super curvy me’ readers) and I can’t but notice how confident you are in your own skin. Your natural hair is beautiful, stop thinking about cutting it again.

You are capable of more things than you know and never give up on your dreams, because you are closer than you think. You can never go astray committing your ways to the hands of the Almighty. This next year, be prepared to discover new things about yourself.

It’s time to SHINE Ashabi

You are finally doing what you love and that is something you will never regret.

Keep moving forward…

 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY ASHABI

LOVE FROM 

YOURSELF

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Ashabi Lewis is a lovely, young, curvy lady who likes to explore different things. She is full of life and ready to try new things.

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