Ok here it goes... I'm not one to put things down in writing. I keep a lot to myself and that may be one of my biggest downfalls. I've been known to write in journals here and there, but it's something that no one has ever read, and usually has the same subject..."woe as me..." You get the clue. So, as I sit here, a few beers and a couple shots down... I have to write something or I can't leave...lol. So this entry will be something different then I usually write, in the privacy of my own bedroom.
I'm sitting outside right now with two people... my best friend, Jennifer, and a new friend, Joe. I have to say, first, that friends are the best gifts that anyone can ask for. A quote that Jenn and I use often... "A best friend is a sister that destiny forgot to give you." Jenn is the definition of that phrase. I have friends that surround me, but I have no friend in New Jersey that could even compare to her. I smile when she smiles, I laugh when she laughs, I hurt when she hurts, and I cry when she cries. We can just look at each other, and know exactly what the other is thinking. Just tonight, I finished one of her sentences, and Joe looked at us and asked if we were twins separated at birth.
I usually don't go a single day without talking to her, whether it's a phone call or text message. It kills me that she lives so far away, in Tennessee. I remember the day she left like it was yesterday. I left her old house, on New York Ave, in Berlin, walking distance to my house on Arlington Ave, went home and cried. Every time she visits, or I visit her, I know our time together is limited. I still cry every time I leave her! LOL she will look at me and say, "Don't you start!" I just can't help it. I love her like she is my sister, and I've realized that more since she isn't around me every day. It's been 10 years since she moved away, and our friendship is stronger then ever. I see what she has gone through in the last few years, and it just gives me more respect for her and our friendship. No matter how far Jenn may be from me, she is so close at all times, because she will always be in my heart.
Friendship is the strongest bond that any two people can hold. Cherish all of your friends, whether old or new. They will be there for you, no matter what.
To Joe... thank you for pushing me to write this. You are a great guy, and I am so glad that we met. I can only hope that our friendship continues! I may not be able to ever write like you, and I thought this would be hard, but you said to just write what was on my mind, and that was Jenn. Thank you :)
~HY~
Monday, May 25, 2009
Guest Speaker: We will call her "J"
As I sit here in the company of two beautiful people, one is my best friend since the age of 12 and the other is a new friend, a handsome young man named Joe. Quite the character he is, always full of stories and funny jokes. I am enjoying myself, taking my mind off the passing of my beloved Grandfather. Laughter and smiles are all around the table. As I sit outside in this chair, I am reminded of the many memories I've had growing up in New Jersey. I currently live in TN and regretting a lot of the decisions I made in my life. But enough about me, lets talk about the two people I am sitting here with.
My best friend, Heather, is like a sister to me. She knows everything about me and I love her to death. She is my partner in crime and would never tell a soul about anything we do...hahaha! She is kind, honest, smart, and a beautiful person inside and out. I would trust her with my life, and my children's life. She means the world to me and she will be in my life forever. I am truly blessed to have her in my life and I respect our friendship above all.
The person sitting to my left, a new friend whom I've only known for a few days. He is an attractive young guy who is full of energy and smiles. Always wanting to make sure that everyone is having a good time. Infectious personality, stunning good looks, and sarcastic sense of humor...perfect combination for any girl! We are just chatting about what we got into this past weekend, a lot of fun and great memories! Something I've needed for a long time! I always enjoy meeting new friends, they make my life a whole lot brighter. But this new friend is different, I can't quite figure him out yet, but I am working on it. He makes me smile and laugh, and I like that. I tend to have more guy friends than girl friends. Excluding Heather, I only have a few real close girl friends. For me, it is so much easier to be friends with guys. Why, I have no idea. Anyway, I can see myself being friends with Joe for a long time. We share a lot of common interests and I enjoy his company. I am in amazement at how much this guy can talk! A lot of guys talk a lot, but they make no sense at all. This guys makes sense and I can understand him, when he slows down to take a breath! I wonder if he even breathes, ever? From what I know from the past few days, he is a genuine person and I like that. You don't meet too many guys like this in your life and I am so glad that he is a part of my life, I am so very lucky.
As I sit here and listen to him talk to Heather, I can see myself having many evenings like this. Two people who make me laugh, smile, and forget about all the bad in my life. I want to forget all the bad and focus on the good. Focus on what is most important to me. I haven't been happy in a very long time and it's time for a change. I deserve better, my children deserve better, that's all that matters. I will end this post on a positive note....I am blessed to have these 2 people in my life. A new friend and an old friend, what can be any better?
~J~
My best friend, Heather, is like a sister to me. She knows everything about me and I love her to death. She is my partner in crime and would never tell a soul about anything we do...hahaha! She is kind, honest, smart, and a beautiful person inside and out. I would trust her with my life, and my children's life. She means the world to me and she will be in my life forever. I am truly blessed to have her in my life and I respect our friendship above all.
The person sitting to my left, a new friend whom I've only known for a few days. He is an attractive young guy who is full of energy and smiles. Always wanting to make sure that everyone is having a good time. Infectious personality, stunning good looks, and sarcastic sense of humor...perfect combination for any girl! We are just chatting about what we got into this past weekend, a lot of fun and great memories! Something I've needed for a long time! I always enjoy meeting new friends, they make my life a whole lot brighter. But this new friend is different, I can't quite figure him out yet, but I am working on it. He makes me smile and laugh, and I like that. I tend to have more guy friends than girl friends. Excluding Heather, I only have a few real close girl friends. For me, it is so much easier to be friends with guys. Why, I have no idea. Anyway, I can see myself being friends with Joe for a long time. We share a lot of common interests and I enjoy his company. I am in amazement at how much this guy can talk! A lot of guys talk a lot, but they make no sense at all. This guys makes sense and I can understand him, when he slows down to take a breath! I wonder if he even breathes, ever? From what I know from the past few days, he is a genuine person and I like that. You don't meet too many guys like this in your life and I am so glad that he is a part of my life, I am so very lucky.
As I sit here and listen to him talk to Heather, I can see myself having many evenings like this. Two people who make me laugh, smile, and forget about all the bad in my life. I want to forget all the bad and focus on the good. Focus on what is most important to me. I haven't been happy in a very long time and it's time for a change. I deserve better, my children deserve better, that's all that matters. I will end this post on a positive note....I am blessed to have these 2 people in my life. A new friend and an old friend, what can be any better?
~J~
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