I never really knew where I was going with my life, or what I had really wanted to do. I was struggling with finding a purpose, and the day you came into my life, you took me under your wing and showed me the way. You weren't much older than me, but you seemed to have your life so well-put together, and you seemed like such a grown up.

You became my confidant, someone I could text for advice, or run to when I was having a bad day. You always offered a kind word and a helping hand, and you taught me so much about the world of writing that I never knew existed. The thought of you no longer being the one that I can run to on a daily basis is a heartbreaking one.

I honestly can't thank you enough for all you've done - you've introduced me to some of my best and lifelong friends, and you created this family full of people from all over the country. You showed us what it's like to have goals and succeed in life, and although you recently got the short end of the stick, you're always going to be successful in our eyes.

So, here's to you and all the amazing qualities you possess. I'm so thankful to have been blessed with someone as thoughtful, kind, and giving as you. Not only were you one to guide me in a new direction in life, but you became a friend to me, and that's so much more than I could've ever wanted from you. I wish you the best in life, and I hope you go far in your career, because I know that nobody deserves it more than you. Your Odyssey family loves you, and we'll always be rooting for you from the sidelines.

Love always,

Your swiggity-swag