My Dear Rachel,

where do i begin? what words can i say to ever let you know how much you mean to me? everywhere i go, you are there. i feel you. even though you cannot feel the wind in your hair, hear the laughter in our voices, or feel the warmth of the sun, i can still feel the love in your spirit, the laughter of your voice, and the warmth of your embrace. ever since i have felt guilty, guilty because i knew you in my heart, i felt you, wanted to make sure you were ok, but i was never there. i still can't believe it. every night since i can't sleep because i see your face. i guess all i can say through pain and tears is thank you. thank you for being the first person to ever care and give notice to me when i was alone my first year at rev. thank you for the memories, of your smile, and your continuous presence. i still remember it like yesterday, your cold, but yet so warm hand holding mine in class because i was scared to death, scared to mess up, scared to never be someone. but not once did you stumble, not once did you move but stand strong, and you did this all, all for me so i didn't have to be afraid. it hurts to finally understand how one person can change your life, and rachel, you changed mine. someday we will be together again. i promise that i will never forget you. even though you might not be here physically, you will always be here in my heart. i love you.

Always and Forever,
Zara Brett