Somewhere along the road, we grew apart. It was unexpected and we were unaware at the time. We didn't realize it because we were both happy growing and finding new friends and interests. Life happens that way for many people even though they may have made the same promises that we did.

I hope that your life has become even better than you had imagined. You may not have reached the goals you set for yourself back then, but I'm sure you have new goals and a different outlook on life now. You have probably found your place in this world and I couldn't be happier for you. I know you have grown up and discovered yourself and so have I.

I hope your life has surrounded you with good friends who fill your life with laughter and know all the little secrets I had the privilege of learning. Making new memories and making many mistakes along the way as we did so many years ago. These people may be a better fit for your life now and there's nothing wrong with that, we simply grew apart.

I hope your parents are still doing well and happier than ever. Somedays I still wish they were a part of my life too. Between all the carpooling, dropping us off at the mall, and consistent sleepovers, it always felt like they were my parents also.

I want you to know I will never forget you. We will always have the memories, the pictures, and the videos. I will always think of you when I hear the songs we used to sing to or our favorite movie to watch or our weird "breakfast" concoctions.

Thank you for being such a big part in my life. I would never be who I am today without you. If you ever need anything at all, someone to vent to or someone to laugh with, I will always be here.