Circle of Friends

There are a lot of things we all feel like we can't live without.  Things that we would actually describe as needs.  No, not things critical to being alive like oxygen and water.  No, I am talking about things like our cell phones......see you agree, right? We NEED our phones.  Raise your hand if you would say  you need your vehicle.....its reliability and comfort. And don't even let the air conditioning go out....y'all, people change when they are hot.  They are grumpy, frowning, short on patience and conversation.

So, yes, I agree.  We've all come to really desire and want these things.....and a few of these we might even say we have a slight addiction to.  If you disagree, go put your phone in a dresser drawer and don't pick it back up for 3 days while not using your air conditioner.....disaster, distress, dismay!!!

But here is what I would tell my younger self to make sure I had in life - a Circle of Friends.  This is what you are really going to need in life.  Now quantity here is not an issue.  You do not need a bunch of friends.  Quality is what we are talking.  Good friends.  Reliable friends. True friends.

People use all kinds of measures of what makes a good friend.  I will tell you a couple of my measures and you can take them for what they are worth.

A good friend anticipates your needs. For example,  your friend shows up with a whole box of Cheezits when your are in distress.  That is a good friend.

A good friend doesn't call to tell you about a sale.  They just buy everything in your size and let you return what you don't want.

A good friend celebrates for you.

A good friend prays for you and your family without you even asking.
But when you do ask, they pray all the more.

And I do think it is true.....you have to be a good friend to get a good friend.  Find your circle and nurture the relationships.  Pay attention to your friends.  Be for them the friend you need.  Now pay attention to who appreciates this and who takes advantage of it.  Who steps up and matches the friendship you are dishing out....and who just takes more from you and gives less.

I have heard Melanie Shankle speak.  I have read several of her books.  Here is her one on friendship

Nobody's Cuter than You

It is super quick, fun and easy read.  Get one for yourself and your good friend.

Circle up, ladies.  You are going to need some good friends.

Thanks to all my friends out there.  So grateful for each of you!!!