The past two summers, I have lost two of the most important people in my life. Two amazing aunts in the world who were there for me through thick and thin. I don't even know where to start, other than to say, I miss you. Graduation parties, barbecues in the summers, holidays, we went through it all. I look back at all the fun times with my Aunt Kristen and my Aunt Betsy, and just realize how precious life really is. It is hard to imagine life without the both of you in it, and it is even harder to know that I won't be seeing you, but I know you both are with me spiritually each and every day. When I see my cousins, I see you, Aunt Kris. And when I curl up in the blanket that was given to me by my Aunt Heidi that was yours, Aunt Bets, I think about you always. Even though you both are gone physically, you are still with me.

Spending time with my little cousins, Zach and Aidan at Nanny's pool, Aunt Kris and I taking them to see the Wild Kratts and having so much fun, blasting music and singing along in the car, those are the memories I will cherish forever when I think about you, Aunt Kris. Just know, I'm always thinking about you and how much I love you and wish I can relive those days always. You loved life, loved your kids more than anything in this world, and loved our family, and we loved you so so much. Your boys are the most amazing kids. They're smart, funny, and loving. I love them with all my heart and I know they loved you so very much.

Aunt Bets, you have sparked a light in my heart that will never go out. You were there when I was born, there to see me accomplish so much in my life, and I cannot thank you enough for being my number one supporter with everything I have done. You, Aunt Heidi, and Mom met in college and have been best friends ever since and I am so grateful that you found each other because I do not know what I would do without you growing up. You all taught me so much. I love you more than words can ever say. You brought so much laughter into my life throughout the years and I loved every moment we spent together, and it was so hard every time saying goodbye, but the last time was the hardest. You always knew what to say whenever I needed help with anything. I just wish I could call you up right now and listen to your voice and your unforgettable laugh. The last time I talked to you was over the phone. I told you how much I loved you and how much you mean to me. I miss you every day.

It has been a tough year, but I know that I have my angels looking down at me and are with me always.