Letter to my 18 year old self.. 

Don't worry I think you came out alright so far, even though there are a few things we can fix.  You were right to stand your ground and not ever want to fit in, do thank your two older sisters for that one.   You need to stand for something and know what you are about before anything in life.  Listen to your inner voice, it will never lead you astray, that does not mean you have to be a chicken though.  Oh mom was right when she said there is no rush to anything in life, the fun never runs out, in time you will be part of it, just prioritise first.  The acne will go away eventually, but you will later realise the people who truly loved you never noticed it in the first place.  You will learn that education does not guarantee success, but it will pretty much give you the upper hand in most cases.  Decide what career suits you and chase it with every fibre of your being.  God will let you date your that one guy you had a crush on, oh darling, it was just a farce, there is not much to him.  Dating won't get any easier anytime soon, but you WILL meet men that make it impossible to settle for less.  There are good men.  Yes the sheep with the purest white wool can be the wolf, shoot it if you have a gun.  You will trip and fall, but you later learn to celebrate little blessings in every situation.  Laugh, don't dwell in the future, because you might overlook the people who you supposed enjoy now with.  Let go of toxic people, don't be loyal to people who don't value nor understand the word.  The boys will always be around, even though two of them won't make it to 25.  You chose well with your girlfriends.  Don't be mad or sulk for too long, you miss out on precious moments with your friends.  Khothatso will always be around, luckily for you.  Puleng will be thousand miles away, but literally a message away anytime of the day.  Even though you bullied Bulelwa throughout primary school because you thought she was weak, she will later be the one friend who makes you laugh throughout every single tear.  You will learn that your Mom is not actually against you, but simply trying to make sure you turn out okay.  Stay away from any drugs, they really are addictive. Some of the best days of your life will be around a lot of people, but you will cherish the quite Sunday mornings by yourself more.  Keep reading and 27 will be here sooner than you think.  Never stop surrounding yourself with people from every walk of life, you will be surprised what you can learn from a mere stranger. Don't judge, but respect everyones journey.  Do not stop being protective of your friends, they will appreciate it in time.  Oh  God does have a wicked sense of humour by the way, but he will always be an ally.