THANK YOU. September 23, 2014

Hi.

My name is Kelsey Rose Banner. 

I rode my bike back up to the library just after getting home because I had to reassure that I wrote to my best friend today. 

Garrett, you mentioned something the other day. I don't remember the exact context or wording, but you said something along the lines of how you almost passed me up. (In reference of how we went on our first date... and then it took us a whole two months to go on another date, while duly noting that we did not talk once during those two months.)

It hit me. 

I gave up on you after our first date because communication was scarce. I figured you were just being sympathetic taking me out on our first date, so I wasn't surprised when we didn't keep in touch. Because of my fast-paced life I got over you kind of fast; no offense my love. And i was COMPLETELY caught off guard when you texted me again. I was shocked.

"What does this kid want?", I thought as I read your name after scanning the text. 

I figured you thought I was easy action or just really nice. I assumed you were only talking to me because you wanted something from me. 

Little did I know that it would only take two more dates to realize that you are the best thing that has ever happened to me. 

And now it's my turn. I want something from you. 

I want you to know that my heart screams THANK YOU. 

Whatever it was that inclined you to text me randomly two months after our first date I am eternally indebted to. I am thankful for the confidence and faith you have in other people that persuaded you to give me another shot. I am thankful that you took the time to remember me while i was so quick to discard you. 

I only moved on so quickly because I didn't want to let myself get hurt. 

But Garrett, seriously. 

THANK YOU. 

"I never knew that I could love someone the way that I love you".

Remember my little emotional breakdown last night? How I was being a baby and I was kinda being a jerk talking about how I have to move, switch schools, and pretty much rearrange my life for you. 

In response you said,

"Idk I wish I could have a better reason and way to help you with the sacrifice you will have to make, but I just have my love for you :/"

As I've been thinking a little more about what you said today, I listen to the music playing in my headphones:

"Spring has come 

Love is here can't you see 

Like the autumn leaves 

Bring me to the spring 

Show me how to love someone"

Seasons change and there is so much life and growth that thrives because of all the changes. In these coming months, I'm going to make changes too and I get to be loved by you. 

And I know that's enough. Although I may struggle to remember that, I hope that you may lovingly remind me that these changes are whats going to allow us to be together. 

I know that I will not me alone as I move forward because I have you in my life. And i have you in my life all because you decided to text me again. 

Thank you Garrett.