Hey "You",

Its been a few years since we lost you now... I’m not sure how the years passed so quickly...

When you passed we were talking about college, now graduation is right around the corner; I wish you could’ve been here.

I try not to let my mind wander and think of the "what ifs”, but sometimes I can’t help it. I wonder what things would’ve been like if you were still here. I wonder about the man you could’ve been. I know this goes without saying, but I miss you, we all miss you down here, buddy.

I miss those beautiful blue eyes that everyone was drawn to. I miss your infectious smile, and that laugh, I feel bad for anyone who never got to hear that laugh- it still plays over in my head.

Although losing you was the hardest thing I’ve ever had to go through, and I’d do anything to bring you back- you’ve taught me so much. When you died we were fighting, it taught me to be careful with what you say because you never know when the last time you talk to someone will be.

At sixteen you think you’re invincible, you live in the moment and don’t think about tomorrow. At sixteen I never thought that I would lose my best friend. We were sixteen, there was so much life we had left to live.

I’m sorry that your life ended so early, but it’s true when they say that the good ones go too soon. You had such an incredible outlook on life and you were almost never angry. You truly lived every day like it was your last... Which is what I try to do now.

All this time has gone by and I still miss you so much.

I know I always will.

But, things have gotten easier to deal with. With all the years that will continue to pass, I will always think of you. I will always miss you. I will always love you. And most importantly, you will always be my best friend.

“In the future, I can’t wait to see if you open up the gates for me.”

Love always,

Your friend