My Heros

We all have our heros. Some of us look up to figures in time who made changes in history, while others might look up to an artist, writer, or some sort of celebrity. My heroes are the people in my life who inspire me on a daily basis.

To the one who pushes herself: You are my biggest inspiration. You take on challenges with little hesitation. You accept defeat, but never lose momentum. You can move mountains when you put your mind to it. I admire you so much.

To the one who admits her faults: You are the reason I have faith in this world. You deal with inner-monsters on a daily basis, yet you fight through. You have one of the most demanding schedules, yet you make time for yourself and for others. You have so much faith in others, even when they try to bring you down.

To the one who tells it like it is: You have never apologized for who you are and what you say. You're a true definition of "tough love." I wish more people had the courage to speak their mind the way you do.

To the one who is unforgivably herself: You struggle with self confidence, but you don't let that stop you. I've been lucky enough to see you grow into the person you are now, and I see you strive to grow even more, accepting more and more of what makes you you.

To the one that I can tell anything to: I don't think "judgement" is even in your vocabulary. I talk to you and know that not only is it a safe space, but more often than not, you can identify with my secrets. When you can't identify, you try your best to understand.

To the one who tries: We are not as close as we used to be but you've worked at keeping our friendship alive. Every time we talk, you remind me of why we became friends in the first place. You are a constant reminder that friendship is a two-way street. 

To the one who can empathize with anyone: No matter what you are dealing with in your own life, you will take the time to listen and to comfort others. You are the one person I can go to to express my most controversial thoughts, for I know more often than not, you'll agree. You have always been there for me.

To the one who believes in me: You've have more faith in me than I could ever have in myself. Not only do you hold dreams for me that I've never imagined, but you have dreams for yourself that are nothing short of inspiring.

To the one who values my life more than I ever have: I've been my most vulnerable with you. You have seen me at my worst, yet you constantly remind me of my best. Thank you for reminding me that my life is worth living. 

Thank you all for reminding me that there is good in the world. You are the people I look to when I'm down. And you all inspire me more than you know.