Blessings

I'm such an incredibly lucky and blessed girl.  I began to realize around my senior year of high school how unusual it was to have such a large group of girl friends, who had maintained solid friendships through high school, middle school, and for some of us- even elementary or pre-school.  To this day, almost 10 years after high school graduation, we still maintain a fantastic friendship despite the bumps in the road and the distance between us (Boston, Charlotte, Atlanta, Colorado Springs, Cincinnati, and Chicago-ish.)

Not all of us, but most of us- My going away party, August 2008 

These girls are not just my friends, they are an extension of my family.  They have laughed, cried and fought with me- taught me how to be patient, ask for and give forgiveness, given me a couch to crash on, endless amounts of ponytail holders, and plenty of shirts/dresses/shoes for nights out.  They are there when I need them, even if I don't ask.  

Growing older with these girls is TRULY and incredible experience.  I am watching them fall in love, get married, and start their own families.  I can only hope that their children (and maybe someday my own) will have friendships that are so tried and true.  In the last 4 months the two newest members of the family have joined us- and I am so proud of their strong beautiful mommies.  I cant wait to watch Addison (Addy) and Parker grow up to become strong, classy, gorgeous girls, just like their mommas.  

Love you girls, XO