You were my person. Psychology says if a friendship lasts for more than 7 years, it's made to last a lifetime. We surpassed that lucky number 7. I wanted them to be right so badly for our sake.

We grew up right in front of each other's eyes. The start of our friendship began in fourth grade. Things were so much simpler back then. We fought like sisters so much that the teacher would have to separate us. I remember in music class we used to make each other laugh while playing the recorder, so our instructor made us do solos, which made us laugh even more. During lunchtime, we saved each other a seat without a second thought. We always looked out for each other, even if we were fighting. Even at such a young age, I knew I had found my soul sister.

All of my favorite childhood memories were created with you. I remember we used to annoy our math teacher together because we were so clueless. He always said we asked too many questions. Middle school math was hard, okay. We would start to talk like each other after hanging out so much. My dad treated you like his own daughter because you came over so much. I think my favorite were our sleepovers. I used to love hanging in your house because of its artistic aspects. The outside of your house was just as beautiful as the inside. We spent a lot of our time in your backyard having little adventures. That house had so much character and fit your family so well.

I admired how well you took care of your animals. You were always so passionate about that, among other things. Your level of artistry at such a young age blew me away. I miss your drawings. I used to hate how good your penmanship was. I can still see it engraved in my memory.

We both shared similar passions. I think helping people came naturally for both of us. I was so sure we'd room together while being at college, but you wanted something else. I supported your decision to go to FAU, even though it hurt me deeply inside. I missed you nearly every day.

The distance made everything so difficult. During my freshman year of college, I found myself missing you even more. The little phone calls we had became less frequent. I felt Iike you didn't need me anymore.

I was in a dark place and didn't know how to reach out to you without feeling like I was annoying you. I saw you last over a year ago for your birthday. I wish you would make time for me like I would've done for you. Every time we hung out in the past, it was as if nothing had changed. Another thing that will never change is my love for you. I will cheer you on until the day I die.

I know we may have grown apart for now, but there's always a place in my life for you.

I love you.