Dear Alyssa

Dear Alyssa,
Honestly I have to say our relationship is quite an interesting one. Most of the time you're known as my "Kansas friend", but I really can't say I'd be where I am today without you. Seems odd...but true. I have spent so many lonely nights talking to you though and you've just listened to all of it when you didn't have to.
I know we don't see eye to eye on everything, but it's wonderful to have people in my life who agree to disagree. It's also wonderful to have those people give you advice when you need it the most, even if it is harsh at times. I think that sometimes you must think I'm completely insane with the things I bring to you. But you're still there. Listening.
Besides that I really enjoy our relationship and how it helps my creative side. I haven't completely given up my creativity because of you and I want to thank you for that. We push each other and it really helps me keep that part of me alive, something I see in my parents' past and wish they'd kept with. I don't want that to fade away. So thank you.
I'm sure life will take you on many adventures. I know that we have trouble dealing with people and crowds and difficult situations, but think of all the things you have done and I hope it'll help you get through whatever challenges you face. You might feel like you don't have direction now, but something will come along and you'll do great things.
If you ever need to just sit and chat I'll try and be there. If not...leave me a message anyway. I'm happy to read it when I end up on my computer next or look at my phone. I'm glad the holidays have let us talk a bit more frequently and I hope it continues throughout the next semester.
Thanks again.
Sincerely,
Yvette