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An Open Letter To My New Friend

You're a positive light in my life.

Thalia Martinez
Dec 04, 2017
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Recently I’ve made a really good friend that I am extremely grateful for; his name is Ashton Jean Tucker. I’ve known Ash since elementary school, never really talking but always knowing of each other. We both went to the same school and the same after school camp. To be completely honest, when I was little I didn’t really like Ash. I thought he was so annoying. I didn’t even want to be near him. But as time went on and we went our separate ways, we didn’t even have time to see each other anymore.

Ironically we met again at my ex best friends' birthday party. From there, we began talking and texting a lot. We started to hang out and it felt really good. I enjoyed his company and his spirit. He was very different from when he was in elementary school. A lot more tolerable and 100% more fun.

Let me tell you a little bit about Ashton. He’s transgender which is awesome since I’m gay as hell! He’s also very into coloring his hair as am I. Ash is also an artistic guy, always making bead art or drawing cute kawaii little figures. Other than that’s he LOVES cats and has four in his house, yes four. He’s a special little snowflake and that’s why I love him.

When I lost my best friend it was hard for me. But then I got Ash and I can say that Ash is a lot better for me than any other person. He understands me like you wouldn’t believe. I have never met another person that understands me as much as Ash understands me. We’re both wildly misunderstood people so I think that works in our favor. I trust him with all I have and I know he trusts me. We have such a strong relationship that’s been built within the last few months it’s crazy. He’s such a sweetheart and he’s always there for me. I can always count on him to be there for me at anytime of the day.

I love Ash with all my heart and I am so lucky to have a friend like him. Ashton I appreciate you with all I have and I hope you know how much you mean to me. Thank you for being an amazing friend and never giving up on me. You’re the best, always and forever. Much love.

~Ryder ❤️

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