To my first friends in college,

Thank you. Thank you for accepting me for who I am. I know I’m demanding and bossy. I know I laugh really loudly. I know I make weird, sexual noises unintentionally sometimes. I know I’m moody, especially right before my period. I know I can be a mess to take care of sometimes. I know I complain way too much about anything and everything. And I know I’m probably not the best friend in the world.

Despite my flaws, thank you for still being willing to be seen in public with me. Honestly, at the beginning of the year, I was scared that I wouldn’t develop a close friend group. I thought I would have to fake who I am as a person to be accepted by people. I didn’t want to have fake friends.

Boy, did I not have to worry because you guys are seriously the best! Thank you for consoling me when I get anxiety about school. Thank you for reassuring me that I look good in an outfit. Thank you for coming with me to random events. Thank you for making fun of me. Thank you for being genuine.

I know we're not a very sappy group of people, but with Thanksgiving coming around, I just couldn't leave you guys out. Thank you for all the amazing memories we've had so far; I can't wait for the many more to come.

xoxo,
Val