I value you because...

          I value many things in life. I don’t take things for granted because before you know it, their gone. I’m not one to settle for less than I deserve, I’d rather wait for something better than receive instant gratitude. I look for things in life that make me happy, instead of dwelling upon things that make me sad or mad. For me, most of the time, it’s the little things in life that mean the most. I value small things like, a warm sunny day, or a simple smile or compliment from a stranger. I think our attitudes have a lot to do with who we are, as well as the people who influence us. I didn’t always have the best influences, or role models, especially growing up. I’ve seen, heard, witnessed many things I probably shouldn’t have and because of all I’ve been through, It has made me into the incredibly smart, intuitive person that I am today. Lately, I’ve struggled very much with things that should come easily to most people, because of the things that were holding me back. I’ve recently eliminated those factors ultimately to benefit me and those around me. I have a few people to thank for that, who are also to thank for how well I’ve been doing.  First off I would like to thank my best friend. My best friend is probably the strongest, creative and utmost incredible person I’ve ever met. My best friend can force a smile on his face, even when everything is going terribly wrong. My best friend is the most inspiring person, yet he has a problem finding that inspiration in himself. He’s my partner in crime. I value my best friend because he is always there for me, every step of the way, whether it be encouragement or just someone to talk to at the end of the day. Thank you, Taylor. Secondly, I want to thank god for the wonderful relationship I have today, not only with him, but with my boyfriend. Sure, it sounds silly. Some teenage girl writing an essay about her boyfriend, or as some say a “pointless high school relationship” call it what you may, but its so much more than that. My boyfriend has given me more than anyone has ever given me. My boyfriend provides me with my home, my clothes, my ride to/from school each day, each meal I eat and so much more. My boyfriend and his family does more for me than my family has ever even thought about doing. My boyfriend inspires me to be a better person each and every day. My boyfriend is the reason I can wake up safely each morning with a smile on my face. If only you could see all of this from my point of view, I’m sure you’d understand. Even if this isn’t something that’s going to last, at least I can say it happened. Right now, without my boyfriend’s help, for all that he’s done recently, I’m not sure where’d I’d be. It surely wouldn’t be in Early College. Recently I've gained responsibility, trust, love, lust and an actual family. I value my boyfriend because he’s not only my boyfriend, he’s my inspiration, my family, my partner in crime, and most importantly my best friend. 
Thank You Taylor.

Taylor & I