Hey you,

Where'd you come from? I didn't see you coming. There were no signs or warnings. You threw me for a loop. Before you showed up, I thought I knew what I wanted. I thought I had my life figured out. I was going to abstain from relationships and focus on myself; no boys, no drama. I wanted to live my college life the single way. At least that's what I thought I wanted.

Before you, I hated the unexpected. I was a planner, a goal oriented person with a guide for how my life was supposed to happen. What made me that way? Being in a previous relationship where I felt secure and so sure of what I wanted my future to look like ruined me. Having your life planned, your wedding and children, and all that change with the snap of a finger was heartbreaking. After having my future ripped out from under me, I was scared to leave my life up in the air and not under my own control. I promised myself I would never be that vulnerable to another guy. From then on, I was the only one who had control of my future. But then you came along and changed my outlook.

Your spontaneous arrival into my life made me appreciate surprises. Surprises and unexpected circumstances are scary, but I've never been more sure about anything before. The truth is, I was in need of a surprise. It's stressful and boring to live life with a checklist. I was distressed and overwhelmed with school, but you have helped me find a way to breathe. I had been insecure and lacking confidence, but each time you're around, a natural, real smile is put on my face to stay. I don't know what you've done to me, but it's a good change. A much needed change.

When I met you, I never imagined we'd be where we are today. The last thing either of us expected was to catch feelings and build an undeniable relationship with each other. After all, we had both decided the single way was the best way. Then one night, one conversation led to another on a different night. We began talking everyday and being away from you was nearly unbearable. How could something so great be happening so quickly?

I just want to thank you. Of all the amazing things that have already occurred because of you, one of the greatest things is a lesson I've learned: the greatest things come at the most unpredicted times. You were the most unexpected surprise at the most unexpected time. But the funny thing is that, in a weird way, I've been waiting for you. I have been waiting for a happiness like the one you give me, and loyalty like you show me. You are everything I've had in mind and more. Although it was unforeseen, I know that this relationship will withstand many obstacles to come. I thank God for the plans He has for my life that contradict my own. You, you were one of those plans.

XOXO