The Good. The Bad. The Ugly: You + Me = FOREVER FRIENDS

Yesterday morning on our way to school we said our usual prayers. There were words that left a pang in my heart and tears in my eyes as I mentioned the name of a friend that has marked my heart.

Little did I know that a volunteer parent substituting my class while I was on maternity leave would sneak her way into my awkward little world. As I have said many times before, I am an awkward soul consumed by busyness. 

Tonight our friendship has me up at midnight reminiscing about the friendships I have had over the years. I found myself reading quotes about "friendships".

Holding many truths in very few words, two quotes stood out...

"hard times reveal true friends"

"distance and time can't break them apart"

This past year has definitely been a hard season, but it's true! It has revealed friendships that have marked my heart. Unfortunately, along the way I have been a magnet for friends of mere convenience. What can I do for you...I hear from them only when they need something or bodies for their party of the month. They weren't there when I wasn't very lovable. When I had nothing else to give.

"I will always have your back!"

Really?

Distance and time is the TRUE test of friendship. It's amazing how when it's the real thing, you can pick up where you left off and never skip a beat. I didn't think that I'd be the friend that would move away; however, again it has revealed the ugly truth. The ones that have stayed in contact. Not because they needed something, but just because they love me. They want to send that word of encouragement or make the time to visit me. Even if it's just wishful thinking. 

In the season of thanksgiving, I am thankful for these friendships that God has so graciously blessed me with over the years. Right now I'm thinking of these friends that I love so dearly. The ones that have marked my heart at some point in my life. I'm sure you are thinking of the ones that have marked yours. Take the time to let them know their name is forever on your heart...