Thank you:

for raising me to be the woman I am today

for constantly pushing me to open my mind to so many possibilities of adventure

for showing me how large the world is

for sticking up for me

for introducing us to country music

for being on my side when mom makes gross dinners

for watching the Bachelor

for showing us there is more to the world that our small block of Brooklyn

for giving me guy advice

for introducing me to Arizona

for making the best ribs

for being the best role model

for all the laughs

for the best hugs

for loving my mother and providing her with a lifetime of memories and happiness

for being my dad

for completing our family

Ted,

You have been in my life since I was 10 and I can't imagine the person I would be without your influences. We are so lucky to have you in our lives. I love you endlessly and am so happy that my mom found such an amazing husband, father and sarcastic individual to add to our lives. I can't wait to see you and be home all summer.