Post it note
A little version of myself, scrawls words under "Dear future me" on a post it, hides it behind a frame, tries to forget it exists. A bigger version of myself, reads the words on that post it, hides…
dear future me is one of the most explored themes on Power Poetry, where young poets share their authentic voices and lived experiences. The 2 poems below range from raw first drafts to carefully crafted works — each one a window into how a young writer sees dear future me in their life. Whether you're looking for inspiration, connection, or just want to know you're not alone, start reading and see what resonates.
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