I'm stealing this idea from my close friend- you know who you are! Thanks for the idea.

I'll list in a random order- whatever name comes up to my head first.

Whitney- Thanks, girl- for being there for me ever since I was only 18 months old.  Thanks for being able to read my mind always and be there for me, even though we have vast differences.  Good luck with 4-H, and NEVER give up.  I'm there for you forever, girl.

Gina- Thanks for being there to listen to all of my soap operas in my life. *giggles*  You're one special girl to me, for you're hard to pick a fight with- you almost always help cheer me up with your silly and cute sign phrases and nicknames.  Stay strong, and dream big, girl.

Danielle- You're one beautiful, beautiful girl.  Don't ever destroy that.  Don't ever throw away your potenial.  You could go very far in life.  You're a fun girl to party with.   Remember to play 'hard-to-get', so you can find a guy that deserves you.

Amber- Thanks for coming up with the sisterhood notebook- even though we never filled enough for four notebooks, still- thanks for helping us to bond during my junior year and teach me things.  Thanks for always striving to find out what's the problem and and to try solve it.  Thanks for being very sweet.

Mario- You're one unique guy- you always know what's right and wrong.  You have a special perspective in life.  Be careful with your choices and following your guts and heart.  Always know that Jesus's the way.  Stay strong, and find people to help you tread along your path, and help you to find your home. You will be a wonderful man someday- know that.

Brent- Even though we've grown up together (well, in a different middle/high school)- we never got to know each other well until you helped us establish ECDC (the original three members.. hehe).  You're a great, talented, and sweet guy.  I look forward seeing what will blossom.  Thanks for the bunches of fun in Vancouver!

Bonnie- You have an incredible faith in Jesus- you inspire me and give me hope always.  You're a beautiful girl to me- no matter what others say.  Thanks for helping us establish ECDC (again, the final member of the original three).  I hope that we'll stay in touch and see each other more in the future.  I would love to become closer to you.

Tyler D.- You're an incredibly talented guy- in academics and acting.  I love heading up to Seattle and hang out with you Roosevelters- You're always FUN to hang out with!!  Good luck when you go to Boston (*bambi eyes* Is there EVEN a chance you'll go to RIT..? ).. It was great meeting you in California (funny- we live only 45 mins apart, yet meet in out-state competition lol), at DAB.  I'm so glad I have you guys with to graduate with me, and escort us to dances!

Christie- When I met you- I knew immediately you have a heart of gold.  Thank you for being there for me- you have no idea how much you mean to me.   I can't wait until we're roomies at RIT, and become best of friends.  She's one heckuva talented photographer (and I love seeing pics! hehe), and she has great things coming her way.  Love youuuuuuuuu!

Douglas- We don't talk much nowadays, but whenever we get together- you always make me laugh with your funny antics and dramatics.  I still have the phonecam of the roses tucked behind your ears! *swoons* Oh, so romantic!   You're a great guy, and you'll find the one someday.  Good luck.

Tyler S.- Thanks for keeping in touch always, and thanks for the fun trips down to Oregon (especially during Spring Break)- you're a wonderful guy to talk to endlessly and to hang out.  You have taught me a lot the past few years.  I can't wait to see what the future has in store.  You're a very special guy- close to my heart.

Christy- She has been a great friend to me, full of wise advices.  I first met her at Camp Taloali several years ago, and she's the one who brought me to North West Christian Camp for the Deaf- which changed my life.  Stay sweet and intelligent- you'll find the one someday- Let God drop him in your laps.

Julie- I met her at Camp Taloali, as well.   At first, she was quiet.  But since she was best buds with Christy, I was able to get to know her well.  She's incredibly intelligent and I'm blown away by her artisitic talents (esp the bathroom murals!!).  Good luck in the future.  Thanks for lettin' me use your house as pit stops! hehe

Danica- Gosh, what can I say about her??  I love her bear-crushing hugs which overflows with love.  She's a great girl to talk to.  Sorry if I lose track of what's up with your life- You know I'm a boring internet converstationalist. lol Can't wait to see you at RIT! Met her at Camp Taloali, as well!!

Travis- Gosh, I LOVE this guy!!  He has a great leadership skills, and I'm proud that he has taken my position of the president of Jr.NAD.  Thank you for always 'flirting' with me.  *giggles*** Travis always makes me laugh.  His motivation inspires me and warms my heart as well.  I'm so glad I'm his friend!

Brittney- I'm so glad to see the girl that's blossoming this year!!  You are so beautiful to me.  I love your cute smiles and laugh whenever you get embarrassed or say something funny/stupid.  I'm glad to see you're changing for the good this year.

Hopefully I didn't forget anyone- if I did, I'll add an comment about you in a beat!  I love you all.  You mean a lot to me.  I didn't include adults in this- there's too many to list lol

haha, i wont credit you with the idea *smirks* but i will give you credit for writing more than i did.. but then again, i had class in a half hour when i wrote mine.. :-P anyways, thanks for the comment and i look forward to more meaningfull conversations with you when we actually live in the same building!

:)Thank you for the comment, Jessica! It's very thoughtful to do this list. I'm sure altogether there's just a long list of people that we can think up of that have touched and influenced our lives. I'm thankful that one of those many people that have in mine, is you. You're an amazing person I've gotten to know in the past few years since we've met at DAB. You know I could say a lot about you to you when I really sit down to think about it. It's a privilege to have your friendship. Love you!! o:)