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Hi Kelsey,
Happy 18th birthday! You’ve officially reach 1 (adult) in a lot of ways, even though I know you’re already mature beyond your years.
Many bittersweet events will happen in the next ten years. There will be highs. Stick to 2 (cherish) every single second. There will also be lows, and you may feel 3 (dishearten). But you’ll surely be committed to 4 (make) it through, and 5 (gradual) you’ll get stronger than before.
The world will always throw new challenges at you. 6 a consequence, your strength will be tested again and again. Looking back to what has happened over the last decade, I feel proud of how far you’ve come. Approve 7 everything that contributes to your 8 (become) fearless and independent.
As you become an adult, jump at every opportunity 9 comes your way. Celebrate every chance you get. No doubt you’ll always ponder 10 it and make the right decision.
Happy birthday, Kelsey! See you in ten years.
28-year-old Kelsey