Almost everyone you talk to will tell you how they were blessed with the world's greatest parents. I am here to announce that I hit the parental jackpot. I was brought up by some of the best people that have ever walked the earth (not Gandhi or Martin Luther King Jr.). My parents are not only my best friends (I know I'm lame) but also my biggest supporters.

Dear Mom and Dad,

I will be the first to admit that I was definitely not the easiest child to raise. I was the token middle child in every way possible. I was born between two sisters so I was always fighting to have my voice heard. Even as an adult (or as adult as I can be at 19) I get in trouble for being "too loud" and "not using my inside-voice". I was always battling to be the center of attention which often led to me getting a little crazy. I don't know how you two survived raising three daughters.

As I went through school you were always there to help me. I remember when I struggled with how to read a clock in grade school so Dad sat with me for hours explaining it to me. Mom, even though I hated it you would always make me practice my multiplication facts (it really paid off). I probably wouldn't have passed honors Spanish if it wasn't for Mom being bilingual. Even in college you are here to help me (thanks for doing my taxes).

I don't know what I would do without you both as my support system. You have always been there to wipe my tears. Thank you for always listening to my problems and telling me that everything will be okay. Through breakups and the loss of friends you two have always been there (even when I ugly cry). I don't know who else I would call from my dorm late at night to complain about my roommate or how stressful my week is. Even when I screw up (sorry about getting those tattoos) you are always loving me.

You both are the hardest workers I have every known. I have never met two other people who are as devoted not only to each other but their family. No matter what you are there with your love and guidance. Thank you for always telling me I can do whatever I want and pushing me to do so when I feel like giving up. You have taught me to be myself and love who I am no matter what. I can't thank you enough for filling my life with love. I will be forever grateful for all the memories we share.

I know it may be hard sometimes (and I don't always tell you how grateful I am) but I appreciate everything you both do for me. I hope that one day I can be half the person you both are. I love you both more than you will ever know.