An Attitude of Gratitude: Friendship

Did you know that we cannot do life alone?  Well, we COULD but that usually does not turn out very well.  We were created for relationships, and no matter how much people may annoy or challenge us…we need them.  Friendship takes many forms through the years.  While I have not ever been one to claim tons of friends, I have noticed that my friendship circler has gotten smaller.  Closer. More intimate. 

Although I am introverted around unfamiliar people, I am all the way live with my friends.  Loud…dramatic…inappropriate.  I am fully myself, and I am sure that they would not have it any other way.  Each of them was placed in my life for a special reason and a special purpose.  They all have their own flair, and I can connect with them on different levels.  Whether I have known them for a long time or a short time, they have each contributed to my well-being in significant ways.

Especially this year.  My friends have been AMAZING.  They showed up in a spectacular way.  Constantly checking in and checking on me.  Understanding when I could not talk.  Listening when I was able to utter words to try to explain how I was feeling.  Laughing with me.  Crying with me.  Celebrating me when I did not feel an ounce of celebration in my soul.  Holding my hand when my loved one’s caskets were lowered into the ground.  Reminding me of better days.  Hoping and praying with me for a brighter future.  And I am so grateful.  #wepreach