Dear Guy Friends,
I'm writing this little note slash reminder because I want to emphasize of how incredible you are—even though I probably already tell you that you rock, because I'm sentimental and I always have to remind people how much they mean to me. I'm sappy. And I'm not just saying that to sound cheesy or to cover up the fact that sometimes I feel like you're way more patient with me than I am with myself. I've been through a lot of rough patches and struggled in my life, and you've always been there in some sort of way to make sure I was alright or to simply be there for me. I just want to remind you that I appreciate that more than anything.
For being patient with me.
Because I know that sometimes I can be little over-bearing and a little obsessive when I get anxious or have a "moment" or whatever, but you know that I'm just having a bad day or going through something so you're completely understanding. You know who I am as a person, so you don't judge me and that means the world. It's nice having close friends who can still appreciate you, even in their not-so-great moments.
You bring out my inner bro.
And that's really cool. Honestly, hanging out, watching weird videos on YouTube, eating a bunch of food, being slightly crude and talking about the most random and weird stuff is what I need. Sometimes when I'm having a bad day, I'll just not really want to talk about it and would rather eat junk food or go to Taco Bell and ramble on about the stupidest, most hilarious stuff in the world. It's really nice to just be laid-back and to be surrounded by those chill vibes where we can just do nothing and still have fun.
For supporting my dreams.
Thank you for supporting my dreams, and how you always tell me, "No matter what you, I support you," and also constantly applauding me or telling me how happy you are when I have succeeded at something. That means a lot to hear from you, especially when it's something huge or life changing. Whenever I start rambling about my life plan or a goal, you don't judge me or think I'm some "silly dreamer," but you always support me because you are my best friend. I know that you want me to reach for the stars and to achieve my goals, and having that support from you in priceless.
Reminding me that you care.
And it's like you don't have to, but you do it anyway and you remind me a lot. I also know that it's genuine too. Thank you for that because there are times where I feel like I'm battling the world by myself.
When you comfort me without being creepy.
There's literally zero weirdness, and I'm really grateful for that. You know how to comfort me and to say the right things without making it weird or come off as creepy. You don't have any intentions of making me uncomfortable, and you know I'm sensitive so you make sure you watch what you are saying just in case.
For not judging me when I have low (irrational) days.
If I seem quiet or not like myself, then you don't force me to talk or bring something up if I don't want to. Thank you for not pushing me, and again, being patient with me. I'm not a perfect human being, and there is so much pressure in the world to be happy all the time. Thank you for not being like that. Sometimes I just have a lot on my mind, and my brain gets to me and I start feeling anxious or depressed, but even then, I can count on you to be there unconditionally.
Putting up with my feminist rants...or my ranting in general.
OK, I know that I do this a lot, but I guess that's just because I'm a "pro-ranter" or whatever you want to call it. Is that even a word? Probably not. Either way, if it's me randomly picking up the phone to complain, or messaging you to talk about how my day went and getting your advice, I appreciate you giving me your feedback and not getting sick of me, especially with those feminist rants. I might accidentally say something that comes off as sexist, so I apologize for that. And even when I accidentally do, you don't get mad at me or defensive. You know me.
