"Grown Ups"

A long, long time ago, in a city far, far away, a bright-eyed 18 year old met someone who would become a kindred spirit, a BFF. These two kindred spirits had the best time together in college, so much so that they decided that when they were "grown ups" and got "grown up" jobs, they would live together. Years passed and their lives took them in different directions, but still, the dream of living together as "grown ups" remained.
One day the two kindred spirits discovered that they had, despite their best efforts, become "grown ups", and even better, they had "grown up" jobs. And so it was settled: the kindred spirits set out to find a place to live.
They searched far and wide, ghetto to the lap of luxury. The perfect place was elusive, and just when they thought that they would never have a place to live, they found it. It wasn't perfect, but it was theirs! They moved in on a cold winter day, and their new lives as "cool grown ups" began.

I have learned a lot in the nearly two years that I have been living with Anna! I always tell people that Anna is a saint to put up with me and all of my craziness! I'm sure that it was a lot to take in at first, but now she takes it all with stride! Anna is a great friend to have around, and she makes an excellent conscience! (PS-Anna, I really do need that mug!) She is also one of the rocks in my life. I know that when things get tough, she is there for me. She has learned to speak "Amanda," even when it is covered in tears. And she doesn't laugh too much when I cry over ridiculous things. (Ex: last night I cried over a wedding in "Parks and Rec" it was pretty crazy!) I feel like everyday I learn to value and understand Anna just a little more. I am so grateful to have her in my life, and to be roommates. I love our traditions, and the random things that we decide to do along the way. I have learned so much from Anna, and hope that I am a fraction of the person for her that she is for me. Anna Miller, you rock! Day 2 of THANKSgiving is dedicated to you!