Congratulations. I'm sure you have heard that hundreds of times by now, but I really am proud of you. Watching you walk across that stage was something else, and I could see in your eyes just how happy you were. You did it, and you deserve to be happy and successful in this new chapter of your life as well.

You inspire me. Seeing you get that diploma helped me set my sights on the day I get to do the same, and I am more motivated now than ever before to work hard and do my best to achieve that goal. I also know that whatever you do now will show me what it takes to follow my dreams and live my life well and with purpose.

I also want to say thank you. Thank you for welcoming me into your life, your school, your classes, your friend groups, your dorms, your sorority, your clubs and so much more. Thank you for showing me the ropes and guiding me through my first two years of college. Thank you for the home work help, the coffee dates, the midnight talks and the endless advice. Thank you for being my voice of reason when I needed you, and thank you for pushing me out of my shell when necessary. Thank you for going with me to that party and introducing me to that person. Thank you for the nights in with movies and guy talks and gossip. Thank you for making my college experience thus far something I will never forget.

My greatest hope is that I can live up to your standard and provide the same guidance and support for incoming students that you did for me. You have helped shape the person I am today, and I will be forever grateful.

As happy and excited as I am for you, I have to admit it's sad to watch you go. I'll miss those late night talks and those grand adventures. I'll miss seeing you around campus and hearing your words of encouragement. I hope we will keep in touch. I know that you've opened the next chapter of your book, and like I said before, I could not be happier for you, but this school won't be the same without your presence. You've left your mark here, and your impact will not be forgotten.

So go on and conquer the world. If anyone can do it, you can. I believe in you. I hope you know how amazing you are and how much you mean to me. You will forever have my support and gratitude.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for everything.