A Letter To Someone I Secretly Love.

“Do you know what it’s like to like someone so much you can’t stand it and know that they’ll never feel the same way?” — To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before

Dear Friend,

My heart beats as I write this. I want you to know a few things. You’re one of the only people who can put a smile on my face without fail. When you’re in the room, it makes my entire day so much better. When you’re not, it feels like something is missing. I like laughing with you while we lean forward looking into each other’s eyes, accidentally making the same face all while laughing even harder. I love those jokes that only we understand. I love that you make fun of my obnoxious laughs. You’ve even named some of them. I love that you’re passionate, charismatic, and incredibly talented. I love your accent. I love the way you use any excuse to say my name. I love that I didn’t notice you at first. As we became friends, I got the chance to know you and who you are as a person. After a couple years, I couldn’t help but think of you in ways that friends don’t think about each other. You’re always helpful and encouraging, even when you’re on the other side of the globe having the time of your life. I like the different ways you show you care about me. I like that you believe in me. I like that you’re always there for me. You’re like music, your melody is what attracts me. Fortunately, I have…