It's been 15 years

When we first me...

I knew I loved you.

From the moment we locked eyes and you told me I had, "Eyes the size of dinner plates!!!"

I knew you were super rad, and super caring.

I immediately noticed how animated, confident, independent, and

god DAMN fuckin' sexy you were.

We all did.

I knew I was looking at a certified bad ass. A breadwinner I understood and admired.

I knew we were going to be best friends.

That you were someone who truly didn't judge others.

Someone who only wanted to lift others up.

Over the years...

I'd come to find out how crazy you are.

And it's one of the biggest reasons I love you.

You challenge people. All. The. Time.

Sometimes to be a fart. But, mostly to understand, grow and open other peoples minds.

you've always been there

You're a true friend.

You know when I need a bitch-slap, or if I'm being a fuck-face.

You've voiced your concerns, and say it like it is.

You care about what's going on with those around you.

I appreciate it so damn much... it's saved me numerous times.

You've become apart of my life.

Traveling, snuggling, instigating, laughing, loving, growing...

We've had a lifetime of adventures, across multiple states.

My favorite is when we bask in the moment, just being us...

just bein' silly.

You're one of the strongest women I've ever met, 

and I am so.... SO lucky to have you as my friend.

My best friend.

You deserve everything, and more.

You've always been there for me, Erin. And I can't thank you enough for everything you've ever done for me. Mentally, physically, sexually. (seriously though)

You've liberated and inspired me in ways I will forever be grateful for.

You've helped cultivate me into the animated, confident, independent, and

god DAMN fuckin' sexy woman I am today...

I love you so much, Erin Simon.

Love, Alex Runyan.