First impressions

I have learned a very important lesson in my 17 years on earth. That lesson is well, never judge a book by its cover. I can be judgmental, though I try not to show it. I quickly form first impressions, sometimes based on the wrong things, such as other people's opinion of the person. This was the case with L.

"Nobody likes L", "L is a bitch", etc. And I had a brief conversation with L and from that 10 minutes I decided that I didn't like her.

A couple of months later (about 2 weeks ago), I had a conversation with L that lasted over 2 hours, and if there is one thing I learned, it's that she is a beautiful person. Few others I have met have the compassion, empathy, or pure intentions that she possesses. I truly admire her and I have found that I really do like her and like talking to her.

L is not the only person with whom I have experienced this. Never have I given someone a chance and not come away from the experience with a new appreciation for and a new understanding of that person. Sometimes, as in L's case, I come away from the experience with a new respect and genuine admiration and liking for the person.

To L, you are a beautiful person and I am sorry I judged you before I really knew you. You can be sure that I have a whole new respect for you and I look forward to talking to you in the future!