I never actually believed people when they told me that I'd meet my best friends in college. I always thought that my high school friends would end up being my forever friends. I figured that I would meet people that would get me through the four years I had to spend in school, after which we would go our separate ways.

I have never in my life been this happy to have been proven wrong.

I have met some of the most amazing, awe-inspiring, unique, crazy, hilarious, down-to-earth people since I have transferred schools, all of which I am lucky to call my best friends.

I always thought that everyone had an idea of who I was and that they liked me for me, but once again, I was wrong. It wasn't until I met my current friends that I realized I spent so long hiding my true self from other people.

I used to be scared of what other people would think of me. I was scared to show my friends my true colors, but they found a way to draw them out them anyway. I have never felt judged, worthless, or out-of-place with my friends, simply because I have finally found people who love me for me.

Since I have moved to North Dakota, my life has been filled with quite a few peaks and valleys. I've reached the lowest of lows and the highest of highs; I have lost and I have gained, all with my friends beside me.

They have supported me in ways I didn't know friends could, they have helped me when I didn't think I needed help, and they make me the happiest that I have been in a while.

Alyssa: you might, in fact, be the craziest/weirdest person I have ever met and might, in fact, be the most supportive person I have ever met. Sydney: you actually are the funniest person I have ever met and are the best listener I could have. Veronica: you most definitely feed into my food addiction and you are always there when I am in need, no matter the hour.

Sara: you also might be the weirdest/quirkiest person I have ever met, yet you know exactly how to light up a room. Kaely: you are the most genuine human I have ever met, along with the fact that I have never laughed harder than the times with you. Last but not least, Taylor: you are more down-to-earth than anyone I know, and you are always there to lift someone up.

To all of you: thank you.

Thank you for being the best friends I could have ever asked for. Thank you for helping me pick up the pieces. Thank you for always making me laugh. Thank you for helping me become who I am meant to be. Lastly, thank you for liking me for me.

I love each and every one you and am so excited to be a part of your bright futures.