My closest group of girlfriends, "the cubs" all grew apart recently and it was really hard for me. I noticed we were all talking less, then spending less time together, then all of the sudden there are hurt feelings and crappy arguments. We're hanging out more now, and its a good thing because two members of our five person clique are moving before the summer.
Bailey & Emily are both moving :(
I pride myself in having amazing friends who I am incredibly close with. Not a day goes by that I don't remark about how lucky I am. My daughter is growing up with a ridiculous amount of "Aunts" and I love that.
Darcy & I
I'm going to miss my girls, but I'm so thankful for the time I've spent with them. We've had some awesome laughs and I know they'll be in my life forever, regardless of where we all end up.
Bailey & I
Its hard for me to think about how my inaction has hurt others, because I certainly wouldn't ever try to be distant or less compassionate than I should... unfortunately it happens. Its so hard not to get completely wrapped up into my own life, especially when things are busy and complex.
Darcy, Bailey, & Zaynab
Emily B is an excellent example of this, while she's one of my very closest friends I hardly ever talk to her. When I do, we catch up and chat for as long as possible, but its still not as often as it should be. She lives far away so we can't just call each other up to drink wine and talk... and I tend not to text/call/email as often as I should. Its no good at all.
I'm not proud of a situation with a really close friend... We've known each other online for quite a while, and she's been an invaluable source of advice, support, and understanding during my separation and divorce. When I started dating again she was the first to ask how things were going, so excited for me... When she faced a rough spot in her life though, I didn't show her the same compassion as she showed me. I was too concerned with my own things to give any thoughts to hers, and right when she needed it the most... Its a real shame. I noticed she all but disappeared from my online life and it gave me such a heavy feeling in the pit of my stomach. I immediately thought of how much she'd done for me and felt horrible.
C, I'm sorry I've been an awful friend. I love you tons and I realize what a slap in the face my distance has been. I'm very sorry. <3
I'm learning that the biggest part of having amazing friends is making sure they understand just how much I appreciate them. Putting effort into maintaining those relationships needs to take a much higher priority in my life, and it will be from here on out...
We teach our kids by example and I want Marti Pearl to grow up building healthy relationships... I need to make sure I am.
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I think this is something that all of us struggle with at some point. We get caught up in our own lives and sometimes it's hard to look outside of those events.
I hate that we live so far away and I wish above all we could just go grab some wine and talk, shop together, or just enjoy being around each other. I will definitely do my part in making more of an effort to call more. I am really hoping our planned trip works out.
I think you are amazing! I'm lucky to have you as my friend.
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What a sweet post! I've never had a group of close friends, but there are always one or two "go-to" girls. I was on the hurt end of a friendship when I had done the helping and supporting and they quit returning phone calls. It's a sad place to be, and you're a great girl for saying "My bad!"
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