Oh, I'm so sorry I didn't see you there I was just about to write a—hey. Wait a minute. Are you? Oh my God! You are! It's you! The Best Person Ever!
Wow! I can't believe this is happening! You, the Best Person Ever, readingmy article. You could've clicked on any link scrolling through your Facebook or Twitter feed, but instead you clicked on this one. I can officially tell my Mom I've made it.
Wait, don't go! I haven't told you how wonderful you are yet! This is the chance of a lifetime. After all, it's not every day you have the Best Person Ever reading your drabble. I can't screw this up. Deep breaths. Get it together, self. Okay. Here we go.
To prevent all of this admiration from erupting from my mouth in a messy tumble, I've organized my thoughts about your most disarmingly extraordinary qualities into a list. I hope you don't mind.
1. Actually, your mind.
No one sees things in precisely the same way as you, and that's so beautiful. Just think about it: your words, your plans, your ideas, your dreams—they're all your creations. How miraculous is that? (Answer: very.)
2. You are the perfect shape, size, color, cut, clarity...
Oh, wait. Was I just describing a diamond? Heck yes I was, because you shine just as bright as one. Even brighter, actually. Seriously, you're stunning, inside and out.
3. You are loved.
So, so, so loved. Look at this, you have me writing a whole listicle about you. And that's just little ol' me. Whether you realize it or not, there are so many people in this world who adore you, who have adored you and who will adore you in years to come. Please don't forget that.
4. That SMILE!
Dang, I need to lie down for a sec. I'm so disarmed by how radiant your happiness is. My heart is exploding just looking at you.
5. Your capacity to love.
While it's clear that you're loved—I mean c'mon, you're the Best Person Ever—what's even more extraordinary about you is that you love others in return. You have a strong heart, and that shows in everything you do.
6. You've made mistakes.
It's hard for me to imagine the Best Person Ever making mistakes, but nevertheless, the times you've faltered have made you all the more human. Those moments that haunt you, big or small, I can guarantee I don't remember them anyway. All I know is that every moment leading up to this one has made you into the incredible person that you are now, and I wouldn't have it any other way.
7. All of the incredible things you've accomplished.
Yes, you've made mistakes. But just look at everything else you've achieved with all the time you've been on this planet. It's astounding! The places you've been, the things you've seen, the way you stand on your own two feet. It all makes me swoon.
8. Your impact.
Sort of related to the last point, but like a certain snow queen, I just can't let this go. The world really did change when you arrived in it. You leave your mark on it with every person you meet and every step you take. Plus, those steps look all the more rad in those shoes you're wearing. Where did you get them?
9. Those little quirks.
The way your eyes flick back and forth while reading this sentence. The way you roll those eyes when you realize how corny I'm being. I can't help it. You're just so darn cute.
10. Your enthusiasm.
When you get really excited about that thing, it's contagious. Whether it's your favorite movie or your college major or what you had for dinner last night, your passion for anything and everything at all makes the world a better place.
11. You are alive.
This is the most miraculous thing about you, for sure. You're here. You're conscious. You're engaging with me... me! I still can't believe it. You really are the Best Person Ever. Hello. It's such an honor to meet you.
