i've been fighting a bit of Blogger's Block all day today. in the midst of starting my first official day on the couch...er, i mean job, as well as chasing SoSo around (don't worry--she is officially FIRED as the world's youngest Personal Assistant and will be back in preschool next week, lol), running errands, etc. my mind was alive with many things...but none of them were blog-worthy. i almost considered not posting tonite, but i knew that was out-of-order because i need this..it is therapeutic for me...
the word grateful sticks out in my mind today. in the hustle-and-bustle of everyday life: running here and there, shuffling priorities and obligations, dealing with bosses, deadlines, traffic, and bills...we often neglect to reflect on how blessed we REALLY are.
this evening i was kinda in a funk about one of those areas of my life where i DON'T have it all together (can you believe it? only kidding...). one of my friends happened to reach out while in the midst of my funk and i shared with her what i was struggling through/worried about. i did so with a little hesitation because i am self-conscious about it...and she was absolutely supportive, non-judgemental, and offered encouraging words AND suggested solutions!
i have been really blessed with some amazing friends--friends who love me for who i am, faults and all. friends who are solutions-oriented, resourceful, and most of all, have loving spirits and a TRUE commitment to what it means to be a friend to someone--a word that should not be taken lightly.
we often spend a lot of time, energy and effort telling our Significant Others how much we love them, but spend very little time delivering that same message to our friends. but friendship shapes who are, holds us up when we're feeling down, and, when practiced in the way that He requires, is a true manifestation of God's goodness.
so, to SL-love ya, chica--thanks for being there tonite (we help each other *wink*)...and to all of my other friends, near and far, you mean so much to me..and i appreciate you more than i can put into words.
take time to express your gratitude to God...and each other...for the remarkable gift of friendship.
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It surprises me when I hear a woman say 'I don't have many female friends. I don't get along with them.' I always respond with 'How could you not?!'
I love my friends! I can't imagine my life without them. SL calls me the 'Queen Friendster' because everywhere I go, I make a friend!
My friendships make up a very important part of who I am. Many of them refer to me as the 'go to girl'. And, I wear their confidence in me like a badge of honor! I try my best to be encouraging and supportive. Although, I must admit, I am motivated by selfishness(come on...who isn't?). I love the feeling that I get when I can turn someone's problems into solutions! So, just as my friends need me...I need them. They help me realize the importance love, support, and compassion!
Kudos to 'my gal pals'...u know who u are!
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