Dear Grandma and Grandpa,

There have been far too many times in my life where I haven't taken the chance to tell you how much I appreciate everything that you have done for me. Sometimes I get too caught up in myself and I don't look at the bigger picture. You two are the most influential people in my life and you deserve the credit for all that you have given me.

First off, I wouldn't be where I am today without you. You were a vital part of my life growing up. When we were going through financial troubles, you always made sure that we had a roof over our heads and food on our table. When we lived with you, you took the time to walk my brother and I to school every morning; even in the freezing cold. You came to all of my sports games, my choir concerts, and cheered me on at graduation as I got my diploma. Now, you have been by my side rooting for me as I have started a new part of my life at college.

Even in my darkest moments, you have been the shining sun. You have helped me grow, learn, and be thankful for everything in my life. You have opened my eyes to see everything from a different perspective because you never know what someone is going through. You have taught me the valuable lessons of humility and kindness. Because of you, I wear my heart on my sleeve. I feel invincible in a world that is constantly trying to change who I am.

Without the both of you, I wouldn't be where I am today. I wouldn't be attending college. I wouldn't be applying for internships in different states. I wouldn't be willing to achieve my dreams. There were some times in my life where I didn't think that I was capable of doing what I wanted to do with my life. I was insecure and scared. But then I sat there and I realized that I have potential. I have potential to do whatever I set my mind out to do.

Some of the things that you have taught me haven't come directly from you telling me them. They have come from the experiences that I have been blessed with. You don't get enough credit for everything that you have done for me and everyone else. I don't know where I would be without either one of you. You are an inspiration and a blessing in my life.

Always and forever thankful for you.

Love,

Your Granddaughter