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Do you have a best friend?
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Yes, I have a best friend. She is not a spouse, not a parent and not a sibling. But here are the traits I most admire in her:
My bestest longest girlfriend has a heart so big and I admire her and her heart.
She never says I don't have time to listen to your story. She never says Sorry won't help you, no matter what else she needs to do for herself. She shows up at your door and surprises you with bagels, coffee and balloons on your birthday. When you lost your husband and decided to get a bird to meet that nurturing gene all women have, she offers to drive the 1 1/2 hours with you to pickup the bird. You get there and you find out your new little buddy has already been paid for - by who else your bestest longest girlfriend. In 39 years of friendship she has never judged you, never told you what a stupid mistake you made in 1973 then again in 1979, and she was there to bring you home when your husband went to be with the Lord. She stayed up till 2 a.m. helping you select photos for a PowerPoint loop, despite the fact that her own eye disease requires she get adequate rest. She is always OK according to her. She has made you promise that if you are ever so down and crying that you cannot speak you will call her. You know if that happens and you make the call before she lets you off that phone you will be laughing your head off.
And the most important thing I admire about her is that I am not the only person she does these things for. She befriends the friendless. People that others shun she goes to.
You know you are fortunate God sent her to your door 39 years ago looking for a babysitter to watch her two little girls while she ran to the store.
God gave you one of the best tangible gifts he could when he put her in your life.
And that is my best friend and I love her to death!
My bestest longest girlfriend has a heart so big and I admire her and her heart.
She never says I don't have time to listen to your story. She never says Sorry won't help you, no matter what else she needs to do for herself. She shows up at your door and surprises you with bagels, coffee and balloons on your birthday. When you lost your husband and decided to get a bird to meet that nurturing gene all women have, she offers to drive the 1 1/2 hours with you to pickup the bird. You get there and you find out your new little buddy has already been paid for - by who else your bestest longest girlfriend. In 39 years of friendship she has never judged you, never told you what a stupid mistake you made in 1973 then again in 1979, and she was there to bring you home when your husband went to be with the Lord. She stayed up till 2 a.m. helping you select photos for a PowerPoint loop, despite the fact that her own eye disease requires she get adequate rest. She is always OK according to her. She has made you promise that if you are ever so down and crying that you cannot speak you will call her. You know if that happens and you make the call before she lets you off that phone you will be laughing your head off.
And the most important thing I admire about her is that I am not the only person she does these things for. She befriends the friendless. People that others shun she goes to.
You know you are fortunate God sent her to your door 39 years ago looking for a babysitter to watch her two little girls while she ran to the store.
God gave you one of the best tangible gifts he could when he put her in your life.
And that is my best friend and I love her to death!
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No ... I lost her to cancer 16 months ago. If you do have a best friend, cherish them and let them know they are precious in your life ... 'cause life is fragile and they may be taken before your time. That is right - before YOUR time. I could give you a dissertation on love, companionship, commitment, friendship; unfortunately, you need to learn it for yourself. JUST let them know!
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Mskedi
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I've had the same best friend since second grade, but he moved out of state, so we don't see each other often anymore, though we do talk regularly.
Here my best friends are my siblings, my husband, and my church friends. I also have one friend from college that I can talk to about absolutely anything and who will do anything with me.
Here my best friends are my siblings, my husband, and my church friends. I also have one friend from college that I can talk to about absolutely anything and who will do anything with me.
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nursiegirl0076
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I've had a truly best friend for about 17 years. She's not a Christian, but she's stuck by me through everything...far more than my other friends. She lives across the country now, but we usually talk on the phone once a week. I have other friends, but this one...well...she's my best-good friend.
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I have a few best friends that know me better than anyone else. The one who lives close to me (who is basically my brother and was my main friend through high school and into college) seems to struggle all the time with things and just can't seem to get his life in order. Very irresponsible.
My other BFF (hehe) lives a few states over and is doing well. We don't necessarily talk as much as I'd like because of our busy schedules but he's still amazing in many ways.
My other BFF (hehe) lives a few states over and is doing well. We don't necessarily talk as much as I'd like because of our busy schedules but he's still amazing in many ways.
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aww, I'll be your friend DianeI don't have any friends
. Hard starting out, I know, it's taken me 3-4yrs to start making new friends. Church is a good starting place.A rare thing, you are blessed nursiegirl.
That's great t1ck. It's hard though to keep in touch with friends that live long distance, but they can be in your heart. Social networks like facebook and myspace are great ways to keep the connection - pictures and short notes.
Yes isn't it JPPT1974, thanks for stopping by here and keeping up with this thread while I was awayNice to read about best friends on here!
Your a good friend to people too!!!!
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No, I have never had a true best friend (other than my husband). I am still hoping that someone will come into my life!!
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My best friend is Kim and I've known her since third grade. I've known her almost 30 years.
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I have quite a few Best friends my husband
I take my counsellor as my best friend as well
And my mom and dad
My god son is my best friend and his sister.
So i have quite a few
Not leaving out Jesus Christ he is my bestest friend anyone could want.
I take my counsellor as my best friend as well
And my mom and dad
My god son is my best friend and his sister.
So i have quite a few
Not leaving out Jesus Christ he is my bestest friend anyone could want.
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