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Monday Round-Up: Doug Baldwin Writes Letter To Younger Self On Twitter, Says "My Watch Has Ended"

Former Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin tweeted out a series of photos illustrating a letter to his younger self.

May 13, 2019 at 11:19 AM

Jon Ryder

Digital Media Producer

Good morning, 12s.

Here's a look at what's 'out there' for today – Monday, May 13 – about your Seattle Seahawks:

A Letter Worth Reading

As the internet began to wrap up Mother's Day posts and the regular Game of Thrones tweets that you would normally expect on a Sunday evening, you may have noticed another series of posts fill up your Twitter feed.

Former Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin took to Twitter on Sunday evening to write a letter to his younger self. He began with a tweet posted at around 8 p.m. PT indicating the beginning of the letter, and then about 20 tweets later, wrapped up the letter with a GIF that read, "My watch has ended." I'd be happy to breakdown each of the tweets for you, but I think it's best that we let these posts speak for themselves.

I’ve always wanted to write a letter to my younger self. I never knew how or when I would write it but it seems very appropriate right about now..
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

Dear Doug,
I know what you’re thinking. Yes, papa did get you that Power Ranger toy you wanted for Christmas. He loves you more than you could possibly understand. Cherish the time you spend with him. You can’t get those moments back. pic.twitter.com/2QT3fShtJl
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

I wanted to write you this letter and tell you that you’re about to endure one hell of a journey. You will feel emotional and physical pain you never knew existed. You will fail over and over again. But don’t worry, all of it will be the reason why you succeed. pic.twitter.com/kpWr64vGNJ
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

Along this journey you’re going to make some incredible memories. You will make terrible mistakes, but they will teach you valuable lessons. You are going to meet a diverse group of people and you will learn something from all of them. pic.twitter.com/ibJINR6Yys
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

High school will be hard. College will be harder. It is God’s way of preparing you for what is to come. You’ll want to quit football during your junior year. Mom, of course, won’t let you. Make sure you thank her for that later. pic.twitter.com/lOnTwmVvZp
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

Did I mention you will fail? Well, your college career will end uneventfully in your eyes. You’ll wish you could do it over again. However, you will have accomplished so many things many people only dream about. In your quiet moments, remember to be thankful. pic.twitter.com/JaPzT2nIlW
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

You’ll finally get a chance to compete at the highest level of the sport you love. And knowing you, I bet you’ll leave your mark early. During that time you will lose yourself in that world. It’s ok. You’ll come out of it for the better. pic.twitter.com/vEKU9AXt5p
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

That first year will fly by. You won’t remember most of it. What you will remember is the QB that taught you how to serve, the vet that showed you how to lead. And the best friend that showed you real love. pic.twitter.com/o1nNaMgy85
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

The next few years will be filled with beautiful memories of close friends you will meet along the way. Friends that will offer their guidance.. pic.twitter.com/4J1LLZirUI
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

Friends that will push your limits.. pic.twitter.com/0jggYznVho
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

Friends that will challenge your confidence.. pic.twitter.com/61oPkyJVWP
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

Friends that will support you no matter what.. pic.twitter.com/tprUFXV9Bk
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

Friends that will become your family. pic.twitter.com/CJVQAMDZI8
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

You owe a lot to these people. They will stick by your side when your passion turns into anger. When your drive turns into obsession. They will be the poised warriors that you will need by your side. pic.twitter.com/T95RA7fgKW
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

And don’t forget the coaches. There will be good ones and there will be better ones. You will come to appreciate the great ones, even if others don’t. pic.twitter.com/B0YpCU1vrT
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

But when the journey finally comes to the end, you will reflect on what that little boy caught between Gulf Breeze and Pensacola really wanted: to be seen and to be loved. pic.twitter.com/J9rTAid0pC
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

You will realize that the affirmation you receive from catching a football won’t suffice that little boy’s desire. The praise from those that don’t know you will be good for your ego but bad for your character. pic.twitter.com/uM8GhcUB8j
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

But one day you will find a woman, a real woman, that will see you, love you and force you to become a real man. You will owe her everything. And she will become your everything. Hold her close and remember the lessons you’ve learned along the way. pic.twitter.com/SevTluq0uP
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

Because the end of one journey sees the beginning of another. And guess what.. it will be one hell of a journey. You will feel emotional and physical pain you never knew existed. You will fail over and over again. But don’t worry, all of it will be the reason why you succeed. pic.twitter.com/RBH3hy5dip
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

And of course, finishing it off with a Game of Thrones GIF. Well done, Doug. Well done.

✌🏾 pic.twitter.com/OaesGbENI2
— Doug Baldwin Jr (@DougBaldwinJr) May 13, 2019

Social Post Of The Day

Today's 'Social Post of the Day' comes from Seahawks long snapper Tyler Ott, as he posts a photo of him and his mother via Instagram to celebrate Mother's Day.

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Happy Mother’s Day to the woman that made it all possible! Love you! #BestMom #biggestfan

A post shared by Tyler Ott (@tyler.ott) on May 12, 2019 at 10:02am PDT

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Brent Stecker from 710 ESPN Seattle and Bob Condotta at The Seattle Times both look into Baldwin's letter on Twitter.

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PHOTOS: Doug Baldwin Through The Years

Doug Baldwin was a wide receiver and played for the Seahawks from 2011-2018. He was a two-time Pro Bowler and was a member of the Seahawks during their back-to-back Super Bowl appearances in 2013 and 2014, including winning Super Bowl XLVIII. He spent his career in Seattle. Take a look back at some of the best photos and moments from Baldwin's career with the Seattle Seahawks.