The Best Friend

I'd like to think we all have one. A best friend, I mean. Not the "oh, I like this new person so much right now, they are totally my best friend. Like, forever." (Or forever until next Tuesday) But the "I've known you for.... when did I meet you?" kind of friend. The kind that has survived several other friendships that have come and gone. The kind that can survive the newest biggest drama you're having right now. Aaaand the kind that survives that book you gave them that was so good but also I hate it so much how could you do this to me. There in the good and the bad and the worse and that weird mood you don't know what to do with. I'd really, truly, like to think that everyone has one.

Not all best friends have known each other for years. It isn't always the one that's been there the longest, but the one that will continue to be there in whatever you do next. Because having a best friend is having a commitment. Maybe now, dear reader, you are going "Aha! I knew there had to be a point in here somewhere!" If so, you are correct.

A best friend isn't just for confiding in. If it's just you two going to each other when you need help, you aren't going to last very long. Remember the thing that brought you together? Maybe it was older siblings who were friends, and you tagged along. Maybe it was through another friend. Or maybe you were paired up in an assignment. Who knows. My point is.... while life can be hard, don't forget to laugh together. I'm not saying you should pretend things are okay when they aren't. But you and your friend are there through the bad and the good. Don't forget it!

I'm saying this, (or typing it, whatever) because I've had some issues with this recently. Things have been... difficult. I've changed a lot this last year. And through all of it, my best friend has been there. She's put up with my mess, my complaining and my anger. You hear me, girly? I'm talking about you. And honestly, I just want to thank you. I'm still crazy, and my drama isn't going to ease up anytime soon, but you've stuck around thus far and I hope you'll stay as long as you can put up with me. I'm short-tempered and tired, with mood-swings I can't even describe. But you've been there through all of it, and it means the world to me.

So, In conclusion, thank you. To all the best friends! Thanks for being there. Guiding, helping, living, laughing, and learning.