To The Girl Who Dates My Best Friend,

Men and women can be just friends.

This is such an important concept. He is my best friend, and I am his. Nothing romantic has happened between us and nothing like that ever will. Sometimes he will sleep over my house, but that is because he needs a change of scenery and some time to catch up. He will gush about you, and I will be so excited to meet the girl who my best friend loves.

We have known each other for so many years; he is more like a brother. I really hope this isn’t a problem for you like it was for other girls. Our families have been intertwined since before we were born, and that isn’t going to change anytime soon.

I know you want him to be close to your family, and he will be, but that bond comes with time. My mother is a second mother to him, and I hope you will respect that rather than be jealous. You should be happy that he has so many people who love him and treat him well. With time (and possibly a ring), you will be treated just as well.

My biggest hope is you will treat him the way he deserves to be treated. He will work hard in life, respect you, try his best to make you happy, and so much more. Please give him the same in return. Please don’t hurt him.

Sometimes he may say or do something stupid, but boys are sometimes stupid. Just know I am probably right there with you giving him a lecture.

Men and women can be just friends.

Please respect our friendship, and I will respect your relationship.

Sincerely,

His Best Friend