I have always gotten along better with guys than I have girls. I think it's mostly because guys bring along less drama...well...sometimes. Sometimes they bring along MORE. But in any case, guys are sometimes more fun. I do have more than double "boys" than I do girls, so this may take a minute (haha). But here it goes!
This man is the LOVE of my LIFE. He is my BEST friend. My partner in crime....my future. I am thankful for him every single day. We have had our downfalls, we have had our trying times....but we have also had our good times. There has never been a day that went by, even in the worst of times, that we didn't tell each other "I love you." The day I met him, I knew that he would be a part of my life indefinately. When we had to say goodbye the first time, I knew we would see each other again. But I never knew he would be the man I would plan on spending eternity with. He makes me smile. He has shown me what REAL love is. What UNCONDITIONAL love is. He has proved to me that not all men are the same (well, they are....but we're talking about something different here) and for that, I am eternally thankful. I LOVE THIS MAN to the moon and back a million times!
Jake Hustead
This goofy looking fella....lol....(jk, he's a hunk) ah well....idk what to say about him. I'm thankful. The end.
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Just kidding =) Mr. Hustead is definately one of a kind. We met about three years ago through an ex of mine. My first impression of him? "This guy is WACKED!" haha, and I wasn't wrong. He is crazy! In the three years I have known him, we have gone from "friends of a mutual friend", to "party buddies" (well, lol kinda. I was only 19 at the time we met so I couldn't do MUCH partying) Then a week after my birthday in 2008, we became much more. He showed me that he wasn't just a crazy guy who loved to party, but he was genuine. He was compassionate, he was caring; he became my "big brother". He became someone I looked up to very much, someone I knew would ALWAYS be in my life for the rest of our lives. Since I have been home the past five months, we have become even closer, and for that I am thankful.
Chase Frederick
This dude....well, he's the "ex" I mentioned in the above tribute. This picture pretty much describes him to a T. He really IS crazy! But as wacked out as he is, he is still a big part of my life and I am thankful (for whatever reason) =P I am most thankful for him because he has shown me how to "loosen up"...how to "care less" about things in life and just LIVE it! His life is basically one big party, and for some reason, I still look to him for guidance (haha). But I do have to say, the guy has always been right. Well, 90% of the time. Any time I ask for his advice about something, he has usually been right on target. Dude can read my like a book. Even though he does make me ANGRY sometimes, and sometimes I wanna knock his bald head into a wall....he makes me smile too...somehow. We have our fun times...and he really is a great person inside and out. We have been through a lot together, and there have been times where we didn't speak for months on end because of some falling out we had. But after a while, it got to a point where I didn't mind not speaking to him...it didn't really bother me, because I knew we would end up speaking again. He's my buddy and he always will be. FO-EVA! =)
Jason Calhoun
=) This man is an angel. Seriously. We met my freshman year of high school in English Class. He sat behind me most of the semester and...well...we laughed. A LOT! He always made me sing for him and he would accompany me with guitar. I don't know where I would be without him in my life. He took me to our Junior Prom and was the BEST date EVERRRR! We have so many memories...and I hope we continue to make more. I haven't seen him in a while because he decided to up and go to EUROPE and be a missionary. Um, AWESOME? Yea! I admire him greatly; I admire his compassion, his FAITH, his kindness, his talent. I admire everything about him. We will be friends until the end of time...and that is a guarantee!
I actually met this guy on True.com when I was 18. Yea, we dated for about 4 months or so. We broke up because I moved to Florida, but when I came back, we didn't get back together. But that's okay. We have stayed really good friends for the past four years and I am very thankful for that. He gives me great advice and is always there when I need him. I admire him tremendously! At the age of 21, (my age now) he owned his own home. At 25, he is building a new one. A HUGE lake house. He is very successful and he does nothing but strive to succeed. I am very proud to call him a friend of mine =)
Josh Cagle
Mr. Cagle and I met about six years ago. We met completely by accident! I called someone and he answered their phone. It was funny, and since that day, we have been very good friends. This guy is awesome! He's a successful DJ, and he's full of life, and fun, and just...wow. Awesome awesome guy inside and out! He is a cowboy, and he can't stay in one place for too long (and if he can, he has yet to prove it lol) But he always has my back, and will always always be someone I can turn to nomatter what, rain or shine, near or far!
This hunky guy was my first love =) About six years ago! We've been through a lot together and he will always hold a very special place in my heart. I love him dearly! He is corney as all get out, and sometimes too smart for his own good. But that's okay because that's Jesse. He is an incredibly talented aspiring architect, and I can't wait to see what he can do one of these days! He is also someone that keeps me sane. I am thankful that God put him in my life to keep me grounded....to help me face reality. To encourage me, and to look out for me. There is only one Jesse Miller out there and I am honored to call him my friend!
Welp, this rite cheer, this here is Mr. Joe Day-un Spearman. =) Him's a good ol' boy. We've knowed each other since we was dag nim lil squirts. Him's my best friend, Julianna'a cuuzzin....lol alright alright. Dan is my brother God forgot to give me. He and his brother, Blake have picked on me my entire life. It used to bother me, but now I know that they wouldn't do it if they didn't love me. (And they'll deny that too. hahaha) We don't spend too much time together, but I always know that if I need an ear, he is just a phone call or text away. I am blessed to call him my extended family!
If you notice, our last names are very similar =) We met in High School in homeroom freshman year, and I believe we had the same homeroom every year after. He's the child, and I'm the son and well, we just kinda clicked since day one. Jake is a JOY to have in my life. Never ever a dull moment with him. He's all about FUN! I am thankful for the excitement he brings to my life. Oh, and he gives the best hugs, too! =)
Keith and I met the same night Mr. Jake Hustead and I met. My first impression of him was that he was quiet. But I have definately learned otherwise through the years (hahaha). He is a die hard Tarheels fan, and he loves the 9ers too. He's just an all around cool dude. I am blessed to have him, his beautiful girlfriend Brittney, and their adorable son, Kamden in my life. He is like a big brother to me, and he can always make me laugh! I will call him my "brother" foreva and eva!
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=) Kenny and I just met a couple months ago. He is a phenomenal guy! We knew each other a few weeks before we found out that our sisters are childhood best friends. It was amazing how we had gone our whole lives without knowing the other existed when we found that out. Kenny has two beautiful little boys, of whom I have never met, but I hope to one of these days! I admire him greatly from the short time I have known him, and I hope to know him for many years to come!
These boys, scuse me, these MEN hold a very special place in my heart. They have all brought some joy to my life and I am eternally grateful that God placed them in my life. They all have my back, and I know that if someone has hurt me and needs a good beat down (or just a stern talking to, or a prayer) these are the guys to call.
To Jake H., Chase, Jason, Chris, Dan, Jake G., Jesse, Josh, Keef and Kenny, I love you very much! Thank you for everything you are and everything you have done for me. I could never put into words what you all mean to me, but always know that I am here for you no matter what, just as you have been for me. I know, for some of you, we may not get to "hang" as often as I'd like, but I always know ya'll are all just a phone call away. Thank you all for having my back, and for being the "brothers" I never had.
And to Rick, I say thank you for being my BEST FRIEND, my partner in crime, and for NEVER leaving my side! I love you!
Lots of love! xoxoxoxo
-Lia
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