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I love you mom and dad.

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As I am exiting my teen years and turning the page to start a new chapter in my life I've been doing a lot of reflecting. I have had 19 beautiful years in this life, and I really can't think of anything I would want to change. Today, I love my life, and I love who I am. I would have never made it this far or been this successful without the help of two wonderful people that never stopped supporting me; whether it was deciding I wanted to ride horses or completely changing my mind about the college I wanted to go to half way through my senior year. Not only did I know I was always supported I was always encouraged to make my own choices in life, and given guidance when I was a little lost.

Dad,

Recently I've heard quite a few people say they wish their dad's knew how to braid hair, at first this was shocking to me, you always braided my hair for school, and then some later for horse competitions. I can't imagine how difficult it must have been for you to learn how to manage my tangled curls, but you did it and my hair always looked pretty to me. I've never forgotten the time you've spent doing my hair, and now more than ever I realize how special it was. It may seem silly, but to me it still means the world. You could have been like the other dads that haphazardly threw their daughters hair into a messy ponytail when mom wasn't home, but instead you took the time to learn how to do my hair. You were my very first real love, no matter how old I get I will always be a daddy's girl. Oh, and don't worry too much, I'll never think I'm too big to sit on your lap.

I know you've spent years trying to protect me from the heart break of boys, I appreciate it. Thank you for not letting me settle for less. Thank you for reminding me that there is time in this fast paced life. Most of all I want to thank you for teaching me how to be strong, you raised me to never back down when I know I'm right, or when I feel strongly about something. You raised me in a way that empowered me to use the voice I was given. You taught me to never sit back, and always be the leader not only in group atmospheres, but also the leader of my life. You've protected me, but not sheltered me. You've loved me, and shown me the love that I want in a father for my future children. When I look at you and all that you've accomplished and been through in this life I am amazed. I am so lucky to have you as my dad.

I love you Daddy.

Love, B.

Mom,

Dad was my first love, but you were my first best friend. You're still my best friend, and more than that you're my forever friend and role model. I can't remember a day that I didn't look at you in awe for all that you do. You have played such vital roles in my life that have inspired me to become who I am today. You have instilled so many passions in me, cultured me, and kept me from being quick to judge others.

You have taught me how to love others more than I love myself. You taught me how to be strong in ways that daddy couldn't. You have loved me and sacrificed for me selflessly and it hasn't gone unnoticed. I can only hope that one day I will be a portion of the mother that you have been to me and my siblings. You've never let me give up on myself, and I think that's probably the best gift you could have given me. You have taught me to believe in myself and that there truly is nothing that I can't do if I want it bad enough. Thank you for helping me chase my dreams. You are the most incredible woman I know.

I love you Momma.

Love, Bryna.



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