We all have that someone who is the best best friend you could ever ask for. Somehow, I got lucky enough to call that person my uncle too. I don’t know how I was able to play my cards just right and have things end up this way for me, but I wouldn’t change it for anything in the world.

So this one goes to you, thanks for simply being you. I’d be lost without you. I may say it too much, but it’s because I never want a day to go by that you don’t know your worth in my eyes.

1. You never let me down.

A promise is a promise and you stick to that. You mean what you say, and I can always trust you will go through with whatever it may be.

2. You always know when I need you the most without me even saying a word.

You may be over 300 miles away, but you somehow always know when I just need that little cheerful text during the day or a surprise in the mail.

3. You never leave me out.

Even though there is an age difference between us, you allow me to be a part of your circle of friends and let me form friendships with them as well. You include me in your plans, and I feel like a part of the crowd with you guys.

4. You always have the right words when I need them.

Your advice is my favorite. You tell me what I need to hear at the perfect time, even if it is not what I want to hear. You know who I am, and you hold me accountable.

5. You are stronger than you realize.

Regardless of what battles God may throw your way, you make it through all of them so gracefully. You are such a strong individual, and it is inspiring. You keep such a calm attitude even during the roughest of storms, and that is amazing to me.

6. You have some kick-ass fashion sense.

You always give me great advice and let me borrow your clothes. I know you'll never let me leave the house looking like a mess. I also know I don’t have to be nervous when you buy me clothes for my birthday!

7. You push me to do my best.

When I am at my lowest low, you help build me back up. You don’t let me stay stuck in a rut any longer than necessary. You make sure I pick myself back up and keep going. You challenge me to do more than I think I can because you believe in me.

8. You have a heart three times bigger than anyone else's.

We love the same way. Therefore, we feel pain the same way. We relate to each other a lot more than I even realize sometimes. But, with a big heart comes a chance for more pain. We know that, but we don’t let it scare us.

9. I aspire to be like you every day.

Not only do I love you more than you know, I also look up to you. The way you tackle life head on with a smile inspires me every day. I hope one day I finally find the words to make it clear just how important you are to me.