Hey, best friend.

Not going to lie, I was not expecting to be close with you... at all.

I was EXTREMELY intimidated by you - you were fierce, confident and rocked your style. I was socially awkward, worried about how people see me and don't know what to call my style. But, we started talking. Maybe it was because you were going through a rough time and I was an open ear (I've always been known for my listening skills) or maybe you just knew we'd be close (something I didn't), but we hit it off.

Before I knew it, I was going to you for everything.

Guy problems, emotional issues, everything. You're even the reason I started dating my current boyfriend. Super thankful for that, because it's been a miracle. Since getting close with you, I've become more confident in myself. You've rubbed off on me, I guess. You have become a huge part of my life, closer than most family. And, you and your mom have opened your hearts and home to me more times than one. I know that if there ever comes a time I need anything from food to a place to stay, you're just a text/call away.

I don't think that I do thank you enough for all that you do for me.

You reach out when you can see something is wrong, you spoil the crap out of me because your heart is that big, you even give it to me straight when I need to hear it. Because of you, I have got to do so many things - I went to a renaissance fair, I've gone Pokémon hunting in Morgantown (I do not like going out, ha-ha), and I even went to a pole dancing class. You've helped me become a better me and I will never be able to thank you enough for that.

You came into my life when I needed someone the most and you've stayed through all the ups and downs.

You're going to do big, amazing things in your life and I can't wait to cheer you on through it all.