I have to say thank you so much to so many people who have
been there for me recently and for my whole life. First, I have been working at
a local restaurant for the past 5 months. I got this job thinking it would be a
good way to earn some extra money, and I could leave after a couple months and
feel fine about it. During this short time I have developed some amazing
relationships with some crazy people. You all are amazing, and will be missed
so much. I can’t even begin to describe how much love I felt at my going away
party. Particularly Tami, I know you were the instigator to many of the things
that happened that night, and I don’t know how to express my thanks in a way
that feels worthy. You are a wonderful human, mother and co-worker. THANK
YOU!!!
Thank you to Liz and Val. You both have been there for me
regardless of what crazy adventure I decide to come up with next. Your endless
hours of support, advice, and laughter have gotten me through more than you
know. I know I can always turn to you whenever I need, and with all the
changes, moves and crazy relationships I have gone through over the past six
years, you have always been there. I love you both more than you know, and I am
so looking forward to seeing where your lives take you.
To my family. Kelsey was the first goodbye I had to endure
in January. It was short and sweet (as all of them will be if I have my say),
but it was harder than I thought it was going to be. Thank you for being my
number one cheerleader, always positive and encouraging me to take those first
scary steps towards something new. (p.s. you promised to not get married while
I’m gone… don’t forget!!!). Coop- I am so glad we were able to spend some time
together when we were both living in Tennessee. You surprise me every time I
see you not only because I swear you are always an inch taller, but because you
have grown up into an awesome person. Even though you are all grown up and
married now, you will still be the annoying little brother that I adore, even
though I will never actually say that to you. Thanks for making me laugh.
Mom and Dad. There are no words good enough to give you the
thanks you deserve. When I told you I was majoring in Leisure Services, you
didn’t laugh. When I told you I was going to move to Seattle in a couple weeks,
you helped get me ready, and did the same thing when I told you I was moving to
Tennessee a year later. I feel like I can throw anything at you and you will
always be supportive. I am extremely grateful knowing that not everyone is as
lucky as I am to have parents like you.
There are so many other people I am grateful for in my life.
Those who have taken the time to grab a meal and listen to my hopes worries and
concerns over the past couple of days, those who have been a listening ear and
a shoulder to cry on, those who have provided me with hours of music and movies
for me while I am away. It all means so much to me, thank you.
Somehow this post sounds like I am leaving and
never coming back… but it turns out it’s a good excuse to say things that I
never say to your face, but want you to know. Really, its simple. I love you
all. 
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