I Have A Best Friend Of The Opposite Gender

Let call her M. This girl I have known since I was 2 years old and I am still friends with her today. We have had our ups and down but we are still friends. She was first crush and girlfriend. Also she is a beautiful red haired girl inside and out.In my mind she is the person that shape me in many ways. She is the reason I like having friends that are girls over boys. She is why I try to be understanding and not judge others. I am always thankful that I met her.