---The Importance of Friendship.

So often in our busy lives, we take for granted that we will always have time for friendship.

I realize as I get "older" the importance of friends, past, present and future friends. Friends that stand with you long term, and those that are only with you for a short period of time.

Friendship is a true gift. It's a gift to be nurtured and cherished for always. 

I had the opportunity to spend the day with some wonderful friends today, one new(er) and one old(er.) We laughed, we ate, we talked, our children ran and played together. Friendship is good for your health. 

Everyone should have that friend they can share absolutely anything with, without fear of judgement. Everyone should have a friend that they can call at all hours of the night. Everyone should have that friend that you can laugh with and cry with. That friend who will support you and be by your side through anything.

Although it hasn't always been easy for me to allow friends "in," I have learned that friends are essential to life. Sharing. Hanging out. Laughing. Talking. Friends are essential to the well-being of our souls.

I am guilty of not making enough time to see  my friends, face-to-face, and am actively attempting to do better. I need them in my life. And I love each and every one of them. They've all come into my life for one reason or another...and they all have added a positive dimension to my life. 

Are you making time to nurture those cherished friendships? Make the time. It's more important than you might think.