To my grandparents,

Before I started college, I figured I would be able to juggle all of my responsibilities. These included: completing homework on time, going to class, making sure to eat real food, getting involved, and making time for family. Unfortunately, I slowly realized that I was lacking in the family department. It's definitely easier to see my parents because they are only ten minutes away, but that's not even close to a good excuse.

I'm so sorry that I haven't been able to spent more time with you. I know you would like to see more of me, but college is a lot different from high school, and with that comes a lot more goals that need to be met within a shorter period of time.

However, just know that I will be attending every family holiday get together, so feel free to make all of my favorite foods for those (because at this point my tastebuds are getting used to easy mac and chips, and that's not really a way to live). Don't worry about leftovers, I'll bring containers and stretch out that home cooked food for as long as I can.

And to my only grandparent to pass away,

I'm so sorry I didn't come visit more. I know I lived with you this summer, and that we spent every day together, but I still should've been at the hospital every single day like my mom was. I know that you love me a lot, so just know that I love you too. I'm not saying it past tense because I know you're looking down and shaking your head at every ridiculous thing I do. We never really said that to each other in person because that's just not who we are. But I know you felt it every single time we saw each other.

I hope you know that I really did learn a lot from you. I learned that car shows are the best, and that being behind the camera is better than being in front of it. I learned that peanut butter is a great favorite food, and that sometimes people don't actually deserve second chances. Most importantly, I learned that there will always be someone to love me if I am always myself.

I want you to know that you were and will always be one of my favorite people, and that I miss you every day. I'm so honored that you passed your camera down to me and are allowing me to be the new "memory taker" for the family. Everyone who knew you, knew you as the guy behind the camera, and I can't wait to take on that duty and make you proud.

To all of you,

Just know that all of you have taught me important skills that I will always remember for my future. I love you all equally, and appreciate everything you guys do for me everyday.

With all my love,

Your college student.