My weekly blog post has slowly declined to a monthly posting, but maybe that will be next year's resolution.
When I write these sentimental blogs, it may sound like “cheese” to those of you know me. Please know, I am writing today with great sincerity and gratitude.
When I made my resolution to be a more thoughtful and kind person, I also made a commitment to observe kindness in the world around me. I have been inspired by the love and kindness of people around me, including friends, family members, and complete strangers.
For today, I need to take a few minutes to reflect on the kindness of a dear friend-- one who goes above and beyond the call of friendship. I will be the first person to admit that I am not always the best friend I can be. I’m what some would call selfish at times and definitely not the best listener in the world. However, God has blessed me with a friend who understands these faults and loves me anyway. The past month has been overwhelming, both at work and at home. I’ve had chaotic days with students, busy weekends tailgating, a baby shower to host at my house, and an out-of-town trip. Through all of this, my amazing friend has been there to help… listen when I needed to vent (however irrational), lend me her dishes because I don’t have party platters, decorate my house for a baby shower because I can't "place" things very well, bring me batteries when my TV remote is dead, even dog-sit my fur baby.
To say I’m lucky to have her as a friend wouldn’t suffice. I’m blessed beyond what I deserve to have such a kind and thoughtful friend in my life.
I got a little teary. Thank you doesn't sound like a sincere enough thing to say... but thank you :)
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