1. I wish you'd come back, and each day you don't makes it harder to not give up on that. It scares me.

2. I know you're not my dad. Not even close. And yet? I still don't want to disappoint you.

3. Thank you for trusting me. I know you put yourself out there by telling me. But now you're one of my best friends and I wouldn't trade that for anything.

4. I know it's weird to look up to you, but I do. You really would make a great viking, you know.

5. You intimidated me at first. I think that's why I volunteered. But now that I know you better, you're actually really cool.

6. I know you probably think I'm just a moron all the time, but I've actually really enjoyed getting to know you better.

7. Thank you for looking out for me and Toothless. That means more than I can say.

8. You've always been a great friend, so I really appreciate that. Thanks for being there for me.

9. I wish you'd come back, too. I learned so much from you.
9.5 Maybe, if you do? You could teach me how to be a writer. I'd like that.

10. Even if you don't say much, for all the times you have, thanks. You're a great friend.