Dear My Person,

I know that once you read this you will know exactly who you are. I think that in itself is something to cherish.

When I think about it, falling in love with you was like skydiving on blind faith. I remember my heart racing on Fridays when I invited myself to Chick-fil-A with you and your friends JUST so I could see you. I remember the movie nights, food runs, and constant snuggles that filled our weekends. The butterflies in my stomach and the sparks of love were endless.

The funny thing is, I wasn't looking for you, I just found you. Out of funny circumstances, and total coincidence, we became friends and got to know each other's personalities, fears, hopes, and dreams. But as blindsided as I was, I'm extremely glad you stumbled into my weird, little life.

You know me, you know I hate feeling vulnerable. I hate feeling like someone can see when I’m not at my strongest and that I have the opportunity to break. Now I wanted to say thank you for making me feel completely comfortable when I find myself in such a fragile state.

You recognize my vulnerability the most, possibly because I’m able to let it show around you, and you help me work through it and guide me away from it. What I’m most thankful for is the power you have to show me how to turn around from it. No, you aren’t my complete healer — I never want you to be my whole band-aid — but you’re my crutch. Thank you forever for that.

I wanted to acknowledge my favorite parts of you and why it’s so wonderful that you have these traits. With what is happening in the world today, I feel sluggish and pessimistic. You refrain from that behavior. You’re someone who is bright and cherishes as many moments as you can. I know you’re the light in the room; everyone shouts your name and showers you with hugs when you’re around.

Not many people have that kind of character, so that just makes you one of a kind. To counter all of that, you’ve let me into your world. I’ve had the opportunity to see you at times when you’re not as cheerful and it’s made me realize that you’re just as human as the rest of us. I love you even more for it.

But, above all, I think you're much more than just my person. You're my partner in crime, my dinner date, my pillow, my cheerleader, my confidant, and most importantly, my best friend. Although I couldn't see you coming, I am eternally grateful that you're in my life today. wherever the road takes us, I'm glad that I got to walk life with you by my side.

This world is filled with a few kinds of people; terrible people, ok people, and great people. You are a great person.

Always,

Your Person