You know who you are. You’re the person that has been there through most of my successes, downfalls, and relationships. You’ve been there when I’ve been happy…like, super amazingly happy. And well, you’ve been there when I’m crying my eyes out while making a fool of myself. Most people would say that five years isn’t a very long time to know someone. But, when you look at how we met, what we’ve talked about, and where we are going, I guess you could say that we have become great friends.

The fact that God is always a center in your life can be quite comforting. When I just don’t understand something, you quickly remind me that He is in charge and He has a plan. It’s amazing to be reminded that He has my back, and I guess you do too. It always seems that when things are falling apart, that’s when my phone will ring. It’s almost as if you somehow knew when things are becoming rocky in my life. You will let me talk about all my problems and you always will know what to say.

I know I frustrate you. I can keep dwelling or go in a circle over and over analyzing one moment. Most of the time, you just keep reminding me the same thing you told me before. But then sometimes, you bring me back to reality and give me the hard truth. I will always call for advice, but as you know, I may not always listen. But, I know that you will keep me grounded.

I must admit that I do not particularly feel like I’ve been the kind of friend to you as you have to me. Especially the past few months have been a little bit one-sided. I hope you know that this does not go unnoticed. That I am truly appreciative of your friendship and what you offer. Regardless of what is said between us, rather from love or frustration, you will always be a very special friend to me.

I hope you know that I am taking your advice, which is something I should’ve done a long time ago. At the end of the day, you have always seemed to know what’s best. I’m sorry for all those times I didn’t listen. Or the time(s) that I get mad because you don’t “understand.” I’d like to think that my stubbornness just makes me unique, but we both know that it causes more harm than good.

So I imagine that we will be old and still going through the motions of every conversation. It will probably be something that I’m having a problem with and you will be right there to tell me of God’s plan. Or, we could be joking and laughing, which is something we haven’t done in a while. But that’s what friendship is about. The good and the bad with the happy and the sad.

Dedicated to Brandon