Friends

Having had a less than perfect past several days, I am here to say thank you God for dear friends. Dear friends who really care about what happens - dear friends who pray without ceasing - dear friends who offer words of encouragement - dear friends who bless my life with their smiles. Many of you probably have a long list of friends; however, my list of friends is on the short side. But every name on that list is precious - every name brings wonderful memories - every name is someone on whom I can depend. As I look back I see how each one has played an important role in my life. There are friends who have cried with me - friends who have laughed with me (a lot) - friends who have called me to task and held me accountable to my Lord - friends who have cried with me (a lot) - friends who have always listened and not felt the need to offer unsolicited advice - friends who have "faded" in and out of my life but are never more than a thought or prayer away. So, my dear friends, thank you for your unconditional love. Your love and compassion for me encourages and challenges me to love others in that same way. God has blessed me beyond words and I am so thankful that I have had dear friends with whom I can share those blessings.