Dear Best Friend,

I wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for all that you do for me. I don't tell you often enough how amazing you are. You've been by my side through thick and thin and haven't given up on me. You're one of my favorite people, and I want to let you know how special you are to me.

I'd like to thank you for being a ray of sunshine in the storm I call my life. I've been lucky enough to find a few people that I really connect with, and I'm glad you're one of them. Having a history of depression and anxiety, I have felt alone and out of place even in a room full of people. But, I know I always have somewhere I belong with you. Even if you're not around, knowing that you're a phone call or text away is really comforting. You've also helped me on my road to recovery. I've been able to share things with you that I've never told anyone before. I know you would never judge me. You've been like a safe haven for me, a place I can always go to escape.

I'd also like to thank you for being honest with me. I feel honored that you trust me with all your secrets, emotions, and thoughts. You've always been straight up with me and have told me how it is. What I really thank you for, though, is being honest about what bothers you and the things we need to fix. You're the first friend I've had to really put effort into when fixing our issues. We've yelled, cried, pointed fingers and said things in the heat of the moment. But we always make sure we resolve any problem that comes up. You've helped me see that in order to have a healthy relationship, I need to be able to communicate.

I'd like to thank you for your unconditional love. Whether I'm having a good day or a bad day, you never give up on me. Whether I haven't showered, done my makeup, or gotten out of pajamas, you love me regardless. You've seen me at my best and at my worst, but you still see me as me, no matter what. You accept my bad days and bad attitudes as they come. You'll even come to my house after a long day at work to make sure I'm OK. I can't thank you enough for taking me as I am and helping me grow as a person.

I'd like to let you know how much I appreciate the new perspectives you've given me. I've been stuck in my ways for a while, but you've opened up my eyes to the world. You've changed my mind about nature. I always hated going outside and never cared for it, but now I really appreciate the beauty it has to offer. I hated the beach as well, but you showed me just how wonderful it can be. You've also shown me that I can't let my thoughts and feelings go unheard. I've been in some dark places with no hope left, but you've demonstrated that the right person can help you change that. You've shown me new places, people, food, and even renewed my love of reading.

There are so many more things I could thank you for, but I'm not sure I have the words to say it. Just know that you've changed my world for the better, and that's something I can never repay you for. You are a beautiful, amazing, one-of-a-kind person, and you've made a huge impact on my life. Thank you for being you. I love you, and I wish you only the best because that's what you deserve.

Love,

Vanessa