Everything is better with you.

This house.

My bed.

Any dinner table.

Conversations.

Laughing.

Snacking.

Hugging.

Boardgames.

Snuggling.

Even sitting in silence.

Everything is better with you.

Even me.

You see, I'm becoming an improved version of myself thanks to and because of you.

Your presence in my life -- and that of your siblings -- is, quite frankly, the best thing that has ever happened to me.

Because of you, I am

growing,

learning,

and

really freakin' living.

Because of you, I am

aware of life's blessings,

mindful of its teachings,

and

grateful for it all.

Because of you, I'm turning into someone

with a bit more patience,

a willingness to try to understand,

and

a glass half full kind of human.

And, if you do that for me, I can imagine what it is you do for others.

Everything is better with you.

Classrooms.

Soccer fields.

Dance floors.

Dare I even suggest

restaurants,

supermarkets,

and stores.

I do hold that contention.

'Cause your

laughter,

smile,

and genuine love of

life,

people,

and experiences --

it's

motivating,

awe-inspiring,

hope-provoking,

and

utterly heartwarming.

Everything is better with you.

The world is better because of and thanks to you.