I can't even count on two hands the number of things I am thankful for this year. I have been blessed with so many amazing things recently and could not be more grateful for it all. I'm passing all my classes, I have amazing friends, I finally got an internship, and that is just the start. It sounds like every college kid's dream. But most of all, I am thankful for my grandpa.

I am thankful that I get to spend another Thanksgiving with you by my side. I am thankful to even spend another day with you by my side. The impact you have had on my life is indescribable. I am so grateful that you are still here with us on this special day. I am thankful that God has given me a role model as strong as you in my life. No matter what life throws at you, you always manage to knock it down and show that you're better than that.

Words can't describe how much you mean to me. Making sure I was taken care of every single Friday since I was born until I was 11. Making sure I did my homework, knew my history and was being respectful--you did it all. Thank you for giving me as great of a childhood you could offer. I hope you know how appreciative I am of you and how proud I am to be your granddaughter.

Keep your head up and keep pushing through. Keep doing your hallway walks at the top of every hour, and keep proving to yourself that you can do it! I am so grateful for you today, tomorrow, and always. I love you!