friends are friends forever...

Wow, thank you all so much for the encouraging words on yesterday's post. It helps immensely just to know that other people are having the same type of struggles. I am so glad that I finally at least tried to put into words how I've been feeling. The advice and encouragement I received in return was really touching, so thank you again. The friendships I have with all of you are such a blessing to me!

Speaking of blessings, last night I got to spend the whole evening with my best friend since childhood. Jayma and I met each other in 2nd grade, and we instantly became best friends. We spent almost every day together throughout our middle school and high schools years. College became tougher because we went to different universities where we made different friends, and basically had completely different lives, but we've stayed close. Even when we go months and months without seeing each other, it's always as if we never left. I love this girl so much, and I am beyond thankful to have her in my life. She is a great listener and encourager. She's so genuine, beautiful, caring and faithful. I just can't say enough about what a great friend she is to me or how much I love her.

So, we met at Panera for dinner last night around 5:30, and we didn't leave until about 9:30, at which point we went to Starbucks only to have them close at 10. So, we did the only logical thing to do...sat in my car for another hour just talking. It was the best night....so refreshing and fun. I am SO glad that it worked out for us to see each other so spontaneously, and get to just sit and talk for hours on end. I loved every minute of it!