Dear Friend,

The moment we’ve feared for years is arriving. I knew the second I became best friends with an underclassman, that one day we’d have to part ways. That dreadful deadline is now a measly 10 days away. This is going to be one of the hardest, yet exciting, goodbyes of my life. Nevertheless, I do believe one day we will be reunited. Whether you decide to attend the same college as me, or 5 years from now when we’re living in a tiny apartment, eating roman noodles, trying to pay off those awful student loans we’ve accumulated. When our final summer of being reckless teenagers eventually comes to an end, I’m seeing this less of a goodbye, and more of a “see you later.”

I know you’re scared. You don’t want to spend your senior year without your best friend. I was fortunate enough to have mine by my side, which I will be forever grateful for. Between college applications, sports, and deciding which dress to wear for prom, your senior year will fly by. I’m excited for hilarious texts reminiscing old times or phone calls updating me on your life. Even though you’re afraid I will forget about you, I can promise; I still want to be a part of your life.

I want you to know, I’m just as scared as you are. I’ve graduated and am heading to an unfamiliar place, were who knows if anyone will accept my undeniable weirdness like you have. You’ve accepted the fact that I have a tendency to make jingle’s out of people’s names, and that no matter what song is playing on the radio, you will always hear my off-pitched voice singing along, even if I don't know the lyrics. I’m going to miss those late-night Domino runs because I have absolutely no food in my fridge, or the endless nights we’ve stayed up until 4 a.m. discussing our futures. Most importantly, I’m going to miss you.

Even if our plans of eventually struggling as poor college students together, doesn’t turn out as we anticipate, just remember: I still love you. We may not be cheering for the same collegiate team, or living in the same time zone, but you will always be a huge part of my life. A majority of my high school memories are composed of our crazy shenanigans, so unless I get hit by a bus and lose all my memory, you will never be forgotten. Your years of service as my best friend has earned you a place in my future bridal party, and a permanent place in my heart. I don’t ever plan to lose you in my life, mainly because you know entirely too much.

Forever and Always,

Your Best Friend