Stuck in the basement surrounded by cardboard boxes, I found myself wrestling with packing up our home instead of breaking up yet another squabble between my kids. I yanked out the last box from the depths of the closet, and out tumbled a treasure trove of memories—pictures from our college escapades, scribbled notes, and spring break souvenirs. This box was a time capsule of my life with my best friends.
But our story didn’t end there. From dorm room adventures to voicemails, emails, texts, and the rare moments when we can reunite in person, our bond has evolved. Now, as mothers, it would be so easy to get lost in the chaos of parenting. Between laundry, sick kids, carpools, and meal prep, it’s tempting to let friendships drift. Yet, instead of viewing the challenges of life as roadblocks, we see them as chances to draw our friends closer.
There was a time when we let too much time slip away, making excuses instead of reaching out. But we realized we couldn’t afford to wait for a time when our kids were grown to nurture our friendships. We made a promise to ourselves that motherhood wouldn’t weaken our bond; it would make it more resilient.
You’ll always be my girls. I’ll be there to lend an ear, to share tears, and to unleash our inner goofballs. I’ll be the friend who stands by you through both the highs and lows.
I remember as a child sitting on my grandpa’s knee in his cozy, wood-paneled kitchen. He once said, “If you have five true friends in life, consider yourself fortunate.” As a kid, I thought five sounded like a small number. Now, as an adult, I understand the weight of his wisdom. My best friends are those women with whom I can laugh until tears stream down my face and cry until we can’t help but giggle. They are my girls.
No matter how far apart we are, how much time passes, or the challenges life throws our way, you’ll always be my girlfriends. They remind me of parts of myself I sometimes overlook. Together, we peel back the layers, revealing truths that often remain hidden from the world outside—truths that don’t make it to social media.
We lift each other up, boosting confidence and offering support as we navigate the twists and turns of life. We talk about everything from our struggles with self-doubt to the joys of our shared experiences. Every time we meet, I worry we might not be able to create better memories than the ones we’re making in that moment. And yet, we always surpass our own expectations.
After our most recent girls’ getaway, we stood by the car, bags piled around us, and in a moment of collective emotion, we all started tearing up, sharing how much we loved and valued each other. A woman in a nearby car caught a glimpse of us and smiled knowingly. It was clear she recognized that kind of friendship we all long to find.
As we said our goodbyes at the airport, I braced for the return to our busy lives as parents. No more leisurely coffee chats or late-night heart-to-hearts over too much wine. Yet, despite the distance and daily chaos, I knew nothing could sever the bond we share. You’ll always be my girls, just a text, call, or email away.
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In summary, no matter where life takes us, the bonds of friendship remain unbreakable. As mothers, we may face challenges, but we also have the power to lift each other up, reminding ourselves of who we are beyond our roles as caretakers.