Forever Friends

Growing up can be so tough sometimes. I feel that I am learning that the hard way right now with everything that I am going through. I have been looking everywhere for some kind of comfort because I feel that I cannot find any in myself at the moment.

So I turned to the only people who could ever truly comfort me, my forever friends. I do not call them best friends because I believe that all of my friends are the best. I call them my forever friends because I know that what we have is so special and I know that it will last forever.

It is hard to find a forever friend. I felt like I had been searching for forever before I found mine. And I am lucky enough to have two very special forever friends. So these are for them.

1. It's strange how distance has made us stronger. Almost the way you make me stronger simply by being my friend. You have always been there for me. I'm going through such a rough patch right now, and you were the one who 'picked' me up off the bathroom floor, you were the reason I got out of bed the next morning. You have taught me so much. You have taught me that I am strong on my own. You have taught me what true, unconditional love is. You have taught me how to be a better person. But mostly, you have taught me how to let go and not be afraid. I don't know what I would do without you. We have had our ups and downs, and always over the stupidest of things, but we made it through. I believe that we have stood the test of time and that you and I will never fade. Our friendship is stronger than ever, and I am so glad that you and I have been able to keep the flame burning. I love you so much. Even though you put bananas in your pants.

2. You are so unique. I have always been envious of the way you carry yourself. You have never cared about what anyone thought of you. I remember how you used to wear your hair. All short and brightly coloured. I remember how you used to wear all those pretty beaded necklaces. You and I have never gotten into any fights, and I am so grateful for that. You have always been there for me when I needed someone to talk to, no matter what time it was or how stupid I was being. And I will always be there for you. It is hard to think that you are so far away from me now, but I know that you are doing the one thing you love more than life itself. You have grown into this beautiful and sophistocated young woman with immeasurable talent. Although we have never truly fought, we have had our share of ups and downs. But I am so glad that we worked through them and made it to where we are today. You always had this way of keeping me grounded and giving me the rational point of view I needed in the worst possible situations. You always understand me and never judge me. I will always love you, no matter what. You are such a big part of my life and I am so glad you are doing what you love.

These two girls have been my support system and my older sisters the entire time I have known them. They have been better friends to me than anyone else I have ever known, and I love them for who they are. I feel that they know me better than anyone else and that we will stay friends for a lifetime.

So if you are lucky enough to have a forever friend, I suggest that you never let them go. Never forget to cherish your happy moments and learn for the bad ones. Forever friends are hard to find, so when you find one, hold on to them with all your might.

I love you girls. More than air.

Love always,
Jill