MY GIRLS

There are only 8 days left! 

It's hard to believe we are finally into the single digit countdown, but being this close has made me quite nostalgic about this past year and about my life in general.

That said, I thought today I would blog about four very important people in my life: my best friends. I know, I know, you are not usually supposed to have more than one best friend, but there is no way I could ever choose between them. Some have been my friend for years and others for a very short time, but all have been nothing but supportive and happy for me during every stage in my life and I just wanted to thank them for it all.

So, here they are.

Meet my BEST FRIENDS.

BRIDGET

NICKNAMES

Bridge, Bee, Beaver

WHERE YOU MET

I believe it was Grade 7, although we did not become really close until Grade 8.

I don't remember how we met.

FAVORITE MEMORY

There are way too many to choose from. We've been through a lot together. Just to name a few: St. John, Quebec, High School Musical, Graduation and the list could continue forever.

WHY YOU LOVE HER

She understands me like no other friend ever has. It's probably because we've grown up in very similar families, but she just always understands exactly how I feel or what I'm thinking.

AN INSIDE JOKE

FLUMP. Enough said.

THANK YOU

For standing by me for years, for continuously making me laugh, for making me feel important and for returning to my life without any questions. 

(You can find Bridge at www.girlplusmaritimes.blogspot.ca)

JORDAN

NICKNAMES

Jord, JJ

WHERE YOU MET

Well, this is a long story! Our families have known one another for years, but it wasn't until Jordan got married that I realized I wanted to be friends with her. So, I emailed her and we became friends within a few months. We like to say I stalked her...

FAVORITE MEMORY

Once again, that's hard. Probably all the snack nights at her house, laughing until I cried or the trip we took to Toronto. That's where I realized we really are best friends.

WHY YOU LOVE HER

She has a faith that is incredibly inspiring. Her happiness is addicting and her belief in my future has encouraged my own belief in it. She has such a positive spirit and you cannot help but smile around her.

AN INSIDE JOKE

Anything that was said in Toronto!

THANK YOU

For answering that strange email and for giving me advice. You inspire me, have given me such hope for the future and have given me a model of what a real marriage should be.

MARIAH

NICKNAMES

Mrs. BarronBark

WHERE YOU MET

She was hired just after me when I started my second job last fall. My first opinion of her was quickly changed.

FAVORITE MEMORY

Definitely her wedding! It was an honor to be there and celebrate with her...plus the dancing was awesome!

WHY YOU LOVE HER

She just loves life. I love to have in depth conversations with her and being open to different views of the world. She has such a loving heart and would do anything for everyone, yet she is also a fashionista and of course I can relate to that! Plus, she comes with Donald and he's just a bonus!

AN INSIDE JOKE

"Can I get something started?"

THANK YOU

For being my friend! It has been such a short time, yet you have been so supportive and loving through it all. You included me in your special day and made our shifts together so memorable.

JEZZIE

NICKNAMES

Jezzabella Beatrice, Jezzabelle

WHERE YOU MET

I met her at work too! I can't remember when we first started talking, but I feel as though I've known her for years.

FAVORITE MEMORY

There are a lot! All the dinners we have eaten together, the car rides we have taken, the movies we've watched. They are all my favorite.

WHY YOU LOVE HER

She is such a gentle person, the complete opposite of me. Her heart is so big and she is such an intelligent person. She has an amazing sense of humor and reminds me so much of my sister. (Which is probably why we get along so well!) Her presence alone makes me feel comforted and happy.

AN INSIDE JOKE

All the secret names for the attractive men at work!

THANK YOU

For being a constant in my life. You are there whenever I need you. You have shared so much of yourself with me in such a short time and made me feel important and loved.

Bridget, Jordan, Mariah and Jezzie. Those four names mean so much to me. They are such incredible women with such bright futures and I am blessed to be a part of them. No matter where I am or which people become my new friends, these four girls will have a special place in my heart. They have gone above and beyond for me and I don't know if I will ever be able to repay them. All I can do is say: 

Thank you for being my friend, I love you.

xo: kate