To: Future Happier Me by Nikki Chong

Did you hear that sound?–No?

Well let me tell you:

It’s having the feeling that life is a movie.

Watching the world blur 

through my heart sewn with wanderlust.

Laughing till your guts hurt

from a dumb Instagram reel.

Appreciating the typical late-night movies

with my sister curling up beside me.

The kind of sentiment that doesn’t need explaining–

like you’ve known each other for a lifetime.

And an unconditional love that’s a burning flame

even in the rain.

Sensing the rush of all those experiences combined

I hope you are there

Future me.

I hope you are better

Older me.

One day

That’s what I told myself.

It’s waiting for you now.

All the silent sobs and 2 a.m. hopelessness, vanished.

You are finally healing

Cause that dream life you’re always wishing for, it’s here.

Don’t let it escape…

Ever

Love: Past Me

5/16/2025