Words can never fully describe how thankful I am.
Mom, you are my rock. You are so supportive and loving in everything that I do. I know that we haven't always had the best relationship, and we used to be so mean to each other; I was too young and naive to realize that you just wanted the best for me. Thank you for never giving up even when I made horrible choices, over and over again. As many times as you tried to have a better relationship with me, I always shot you down and betrayed your trust, but I shouldn't have, and I now know that. You are my best friend now. I know that I can come to you for anything and everything. You always have the best advice and know exactly what to say even though it may not always make me feel better. You've seen me at my worst and supported me through my best. I would not be the woman I am today without you, and I thank you every day for that.
Dad, I love you. I may not say it or show it very often, but I do. I have never met someone that wants to me succeed more than you do. Whether it's sports or school, you're always there for encouragement, advice, and support. You were my first coach for all my sports, and I wouldn't have had it any other way. From 5th grade volleyball to my senior year track season, you're here for it all. Before and after every race, you're who I go to first; when I'm nervous before or mad at myself after, you always know what to say. You are the most critical person I know, and you are always honest; I know that I can always come to you when I'm struggling, and you'll help me work through it. I know that I've disappointed you too many times to count, and I've probably been the biggest cause of stress in your life at certain points in time, but I'm glad that things are better now. Thank you for pushing me through things I never imagined possible.
You two will never understand how much I look up to you guys. Not only are you amazing role models for me, but you show me every day what it is truly like to be in love. Dad, you show me to not settle for anything less than someone who gives me everything. Mom, you show me to love unconditionally. I hope to someday find someone who loves me as much you two love each other.
I'm graduating in only eight months, and in 10 I'll be off to college. And even though I can't wait to leave, I know it will be hard to not see you guys every day, not be able to hug you when I've had a rough day, and not be able to bicker with you when we're in bad moods. But always know how thankful I am to have been raised by such amazing parents as you two.
Love you forever, Liv.
