Almost Four: Friends

Dear Biscuit & Sparkly Watermelon,

We're so fortunate to have our friends; friends from so many places and stages of life. Our friends make us feel loved and special, just by a knowing smile, a friendly phone call or an unexpected visit. Friends bring out the absolute best parts of us, allowing you to be your best self. At the same time, you are making your friends feel loved and special, and helping to bring out the best and most unique parts of their personalities. Our friends tell us and teach us about who we are. A friendship is somewhat like a plant that two people tend to: you plant the seed, you nurture it, and it grows. Sometimes it grows quickly and sometimes it grows slowly over many years. Sometimes you recognize it immediately, and sometimes it's right in front of you without you even seeing it. It is difficult to explain, but friendship is something you cannot make happen no matter how hard you try. There is a bit of magic or fate to it that you cannot control. I've been blessed with a week of giving and receiving, where friends have gone above and beyond (two baby "sprinkles," overnight guests, play dates with Biscuit while I was sick, Skyping with my best friend). The week has made me reflect on how lucky we all are to have even one friend in this world.

My wish for you both is to have and celebrate many friendships that nourish your soul, to bravely end the relationships that don't "feel right," and to be confident in knowing the difference.

All my love,

Mama