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When you think about a friendship that has stood the test of time, it looks like this: genuine, effortless, and undeniably real.
It all began thirty-eight years ago when our mothers decided to become godmothers to their daughters. Fast forward a couple of decades, and we found ourselves standing alongside each other as maids of honor. Just three years later, we became godmothers to each other’s children. All the moments we’ve shared in between are far too precious to be captured in mere words.
As children, I admired her adventurous spirit, her fearless nature, and her remarkable ability to bring laughter to any situation. Those qualities still inspire me today. What truly amazes me now is how she has seamlessly woven those traits into her life as a wife, mother, and professional without losing any of them.
Over the years, our friendship has evolved in countless ways. Though we haven’t lived in the same city for nearly twenty years, this distance has only strengthened our bond. After all, physical distance is just a matter for cars, not for the heart. We often take for granted those we see daily, but when visits are limited to just a few each year, we truly savor every moment.
We may not chat every day, but there’s nothing I wouldn’t share with her. Our conversations have shifted from school crushes and homework to home repairs and parenting challenges, yet we still communicate in the same language. When you navigate the awkwardness of braces, the trials of bad relationships, the sorrows of loss, and the joys of marriage and motherhood together, you forge a connection that transcends mere friendship.
Today, we’re just two moms with messy hair and food stains on our clothes—honestly, some of those stains are ours, too! There’s no need for pretense when she visits; we embrace the chaos of our lives, knowing that love is what truly matters.
Our kids share such a deep bond that they often believe they’re actual siblings. We’ve never tried to correct that misconception because family isn’t solely defined by blood. Sometimes, the family we choose can be even more remarkable than the one we’re born into.
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In summary, true friendship is a beautiful tapestry woven from shared experiences, laughter, and love—a bond that grows deeper with each passing year.