As we approach our five year anniversary, I just wanted to say thanks. Words do not even come close to how much of an impact you have had on my life.

Thank you for loving me even when I do not look the prettiest.

You're probably the only person who I feel comfortable wearing no make-up around. Even though I love getting dressed up, it is so comforting knowing that I can see you with sweats and no make-up on (literally).

Thank you for supporting me in doing what I love.

Even though I cry and complain about being an English major, you motivate me to want to do better in school every day. You always support me even when I feel like giving up in doing what I love.

Thank you for being my rock when I have my meltdowns.

I tend to have my meltdowns every so often but you're always there for when I feel the most upset.

Thank you for watching Netflix shows with me.

I have to say that the best dates are the ones where we binge watch shows on Netflix.

Thank you for being patient.

No other guy would be able to deal with me and I applaud you for having the patience that you have with me every day.

Thank you for being part of my family.

It makes me so happy that you have become part of my family and that you love each and every family member as much as I do.

Thank you for being my shopping partner.

Of course, I love to shop with my girlfriends, but you also make shopping fun. What other guy would come to the mall with me when he does not have to?

Thank you for telling me when I'm wrong.

If it weren't for you, I would most likely think I'm right all the time. Thanks for letting me know when I'm not right.

Thank you for loving the city as much as I do.

It means a lot when two people share the same amount of love for a place like the city. It will always hold a special place in my heart.

Thank you for being the best person to eat sushi with.

Because you know how obsessed I became with sushi ever since you told me to try it.

Thank you for embracing my culture.

We come from two different backgrounds but you have become just as Italian as I am.

Thank you for letting me cry.

Even though I tend to be very emotional, you let me have my crying sessions, while another man would probably not.

Thank you for being an amazing chef.

I can't wait to help cook more meals with you in the future, even though you're the better chef.

But most of all...

Thank you for being you.

I never thought men like you had existed until I met you. You turned my world upside down and brought me on adventures that I thought I would never go on. You're my other half and without you, I would not feel complete. My life is complete now that I have found my soulmate.