At the beginning of college, I went on my fair share of dates, but something was always missing. I felt like I was always settling for half of what I deserved.
I just always felt that the meaning of a relationship meant more to me than a label would. So I didn't want to tie a label onto something half-heartedly or commit myself to someone that seemed temporarily and just good on paper.
I told myself that my twentieth year will be spent with good people and good vibes, it's simple but not always easy to follow through on. I did though and committed myself to finding out what made me the happiest.
A day after my twentieth birthday I met you, I guess everything does happen for a reason because I was instantly attracted to your positive energy. I found myself just wanting to talk to you.
It was a night that I didn't want to go out and just wanted to stay in and relax. I am so thankful that I ended up going out that night and bumped into you.
This last year has been a year of adventure, from AZ to NY to DC and out of the country, to growing in our friendship and befriending others as well. To learning how to love and be a part of this team, as equals.
You have taught me that I am capable of loving someone and that their happiness does correspond with my own. All of this has been so natural at our own pace. I am so happy that we have been able to meet in the middle of our crazy lives.
I have realized that home is people, not places. As long as I am with my people it doesn't matter where we go. I admire how much growth has happened in this past year and I look forward to creating more adventures in the future.
A year later, not much has changed and I still have so much fun spending time with you and I don't feel like anything is missing. I am thankful for the person you are, the person you were and the person you are going to be.
Through the highs and the lows, I will have you back and be on your team no matter what. Even if we can't always agree on what movie to watch or where to pick up food. Thank you for introducing me to Spy movies and Korean BBQ.
For supporting me even through the times I really embarrass myself, aka Mt Lemmon. You truly are the sweetest guy I have ever met and such a blessing to have in my life.
Thank you for always being down for spontaneous adventures and for always working with me and not against me.
This year has changed my perspective on what I am capable of because have such an influence on our lives and sometimes it just takes the right person to show us that.
You inspire me, challenge me and have made me feel the love I didn't think was possible. Cheers, to a wonderful year of adventure and growth.
You are everything and more.
I just want you to experience every type of possible happiness this world has to offer.
I love you.
