The water bottle, the overlooked and unsung hero of our daily life. The plastic receptacle that is capable of holding us living beings' source of life.

Oh, my purple Nalgene, what would I ever do without you?

A day doesn't go by where I don't need to use your life giving and life sustaining capabilities. Over the past few years, you've transformed into so much more than just a bottle. You're a friend and companion. We've been through so much.

Little waterbottle I'm so sorry for all of the times I've dropped you while hiking, running, or exiting my car. Even though all of the ups and downs (Sorry for literally tossing you up in the air and all around so much).

You've been there to sustain me through the most interesting of nights (looking at you, ultimate Jenga, lake water, and bonfires). Through early morning practices to late nights studying you're constant and you're true. I'm sorry I broke your lid and had to buy you a new part. Don't worry, you're just as lovely as when I first got you and I still love you just the same.

There aren't enough words in the English dictionary to convey my thankfulness to you for all that you do. You're covered in memories of places we've visited and things we've done. The stickers that mark your sides are representative of all of the life you've been a part of. Thank you for keeping me alive.

Thank you for being the match that's started conversations with strangers. For being the identifier and beacon of life to all who come in contact with you.

You're wonderful, and I'll never forget all of the memories we've made together.

Love,

Your hydrated owner