The Golden Treasure of Friendship

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​True friendship is indeed one of life's most precious treasures. From childhood through adulthood the connections we make enrich our lives in countless ways. It is through our childhood friendships and first crushes we learn the value of "being liked" by someone.

When we enter high school the vigor of youth brings a different set of friends, then college – friends that help us discover ourselves and our place in the world. 

There's our friends at work that become like a family to us, the friends who share in our common interests, and the daily acquaintances we make over coffee and running errands. All of them enrich our lives in ways that often go unnoticed.

Few friends are with us for a lifetime, some for only a season, and still each of them remain a part of our history – our story. Our true friends are a part of our story and in their own way help us to write our story – whether it be a page, a chapter or the epilogue, they are a part of the story we are living out.

True friends see the best in us and mirror aspects of ourselves we often can't see on our own. They are the gold sprinkled throughout our days because no matter what is happening in life, they make it better just by being there. They let us know they care and wish the best for us. And whatever comes our way they are there to support us.

Recently, I experienced the joy of reconnecting with a treasured friend from my past. I'm feeling truly blessed to have been reunited with one of my dearest friends of over 20 years! Cindy and I lost touch with each other over 20 years ago when just this month she found me on Facebook.

It must've been back in the 2000's she and I became instant friends. Hers has always been a friendship where few words are needed. She naturally sees the good in everything around her – and we were lucky enough to be a part of each other's stories at a pivotal time in our lives. 

The memories we share are a part of me always – her wedding, the fun celebrations and wine tasting, photo shoots at the property – she's an amazing photographer! She rushed me to the hospital when I suffered my first miscarriage and would not leave my side. Hers was truly a unique friendship as we'd have to say goodbye to each other every year when she left for work in Antarctica.

To say "I'm over the moon" to have Cindy back in my life is an understatement! Although there are many miles between us, they will not separate us.

Remember to make time for your true friends – they are a gift to be treasured – they are the golden thread weaving their way through the seasons of our lives. Is there someone you've lost touch with who added joy to your life? You might consider reaching out today.