Dear Best Friend,
For the last 11 years we have sat just a few seats away from each other in class. For the last 18 years we have lived just 10 minutes away from each other. However, in a few short weeks that is all about to change. You'll go one way and I'll go another, but no matter where we end up, I'll always be here for you.
We have been through a lot together in the 11 years that we have been friends. We tackled the most in our four years of high school together. Break ups, math class, chemistry class, dances, contests, vacations. You name it, we did it. Honestly, I don't think we could've made it without each other. Being 2.5 hours from each other is going to be a big adjustment for both of us. It'll be awhile before we get to go on our random car rides where we have the deepest talks, get out of bed and go straight to The Raider because we're "starving", or just lay around and watch Grey's together. I must admit that I haven't appreciated these times half as much as I should, but they're the memories that I'll hold closest while we're apart.
These next four years that we are apart will shape us into who we were made to be. There will be a lot of difficult times during these years, but you can always count on me as a friend. If you need me to call and tell you that you can pass your finals, I will. If you need me to drive 2.5 hours for a lunch date, I will. No matter what you need or what time of the day it is, I'll be there. Although we aren't a few seats down or 10 minutes away, I promise I will always be your best friend.
Who would have known that a friendship this strong would come from second grade drama? I couldn't be more blessed to have been on the other side of your anger filled glares 11 years ago. Thank you for shaping me into who I am today. Without you I wouldn't have survived high school. Thanks for the laughs and memories to last a life time. You and our friendship mean the world to me. Thank you for being my best bud, pal, and in true "Grey's Anatomy" fashion, my person.
Love Always, Joelle
