Dear Kristen,

Happy Birthday, bestfriend! I almost refuse to believe that you're 22 because it seems like just yesterday we were celebrating when you turned 18. I hope that this year you get everything you want, because you deserve that and more. Thanks for always being there for me, and thank you for being my friend through all these years.

I hope that 22 brings you a happy and successful future, especially since you'll only have one more semester of college after it. I hope that 21 treated you well and I know that 22 will do the same. I know that people imagine that when you're 22, that means you're suddenly older and have your sh*t together because you'll be in the real world soon -- but just know that you can still live your life and have fun this year too. I hope that you achieve your goals and that (as cheesy as it sounds) your dreams come true.

I hope that we'll both be on break during your birthday so we can celebrate! I know it's not the same as going out for drinks last year, but we can still think of something fun to do. Maybe you me and Bri can have another smores and the O.C marathon - did you know that it's on Hulu now? Anyway, I want you to know how proud I am of you. You've accomplished so much and I always knew that you were made for a career in music. You've grown a lot, especially during these 4 years of college and being able to witness that has been wonderful.

In the words of Taylor Swift: "Everything will be alright if we just keep dancing like we're 22." So just now that everything's gonna work out, and I know that this year will be great for you. Luboo always, bffl. Have a fantastic day and night of your birthday.

From, your bestfriend,

Kari