Cup Of Love

I used to dread having friends ask me “what’s new,” or “what have you been up to?” I became tired of hearing myself repeat the same goals and aspirations that I wanted to accomplish, knowing I haven’t done much to achieve them.

I began overthinking about how I’d put a spin on it each time I was asked. What I was really avoiding to say was, “this is what I want to do but I’m too scared to try and it’s been like this for the last few years.” Something I think we can all relate to?

However, I began noticing that in hoping to avoid those conversations, I was starting to avoid my friends. It wasn’t extreme, but friends would reach out and I would usually keep my updates short. When I felt more “on track” with my life, that’s when I felt excited to share what I’d been up to.

Yesterday, I was reminded how ego-centric all that thinking was. In a matter of hours, I spoke with two incredibly special and dear friends from around the world. Friendships that range from 6 to 16 years. We had beautiful heart to heart conversations that gave me an overwhelming sense of joy and gratitude.

To speak with friends as if no time has passed is an indescribable gift.

So, this is a reminder to you. Wherever you’re at in your life, has nothing to do with the love people have for you. To be surrounded by friends who are there for you, means they’re there for every part of your life. Whether it’s a hot mess or a beautiful hot mess.

Let them in and bask in the love.