Feeling Blessed

I am sitting here this evening reflecting on the wonderful blessing of friendship in my life. How full I feel inside! There are so many incredible people who have come into my life - some to stay, and some who have been around for a season and then parted. Each has had something so precious to give me. I have been taught lessons, shared laughs, been silly, been hugged in times of distress, been buoyed up by levels of thoughtfulness that I could never have imagined, been pranked, received flowers, treats, or calls at crucial moments - that only those so close to you can know the need for.

I am so grateful for each one of my friends. I (for once) am lacking words. I am just filled with emotion and a deep gratitude. I sometimes wonder why I am so lucky to have countless relationships with great people. They seem to surround me! Special neighbors, extended family, siblings, parents, other friends who might as well be my sisters, those I have worked with in various capacities, some who have just been a listening ear or a consistent smiling face.

Thank you all. I would be a happy girl if I could do half as much for you as you do for me.