Last Thursday, we celebrated Thanksgiving. A day to forget our countries actual history, eat a lot of food, hang out with family or friends, and go shopping. This year, I went to my roommates family's Thanksgiving. I have gone to their house for the holiday twice before and it is always a great time.
You know that game at Thanksgiving, where you go around the table and each person says what they are thankful for? I kind of hate that game. It is too much pressure. Today's blog is in place of that game.
The end of September this year, my life fell apart. The person I was in a relationship with ended things out of nowhere. I had break my lease, leave my job early, and move back to California. The last two months have been rough, to say the least.
During September and October, I had a lot of emotional support in Phoenix. I am so thankful to all of those people. Shout out to my program manager RH, my roommate LD, and my coworker K2. You were all there for me when I needed you. Thank you.
KH - I have known you for about nine or ten years now. We have both been through good times and bad. You have always a person of compassion and love. You love everyone in your life with all your heart. I am so glad that you have found your tribe. You have been my text therapist on more than one occasion and I am so thankful that you take the time to answer me. Your hands are often full, but you always manage to make time for friends. And even if we do not agree on things spiritual, I always appreciate the sentiment and care that you offer me through your religion. I cannot think of anyone in this world that I have met with a bigger heart than you. Even while you were in pain, emotionally and physically, in September and October you were still there for me. I hope you know that you can come to me about anything. I will always be an open ear and heart for you. Those two babies, N & P, of yours are so lucky to have you as their mom. I love you.
CB - I cannot express my gratitude to you. You let me move back into this house after leaving you for a boy. How could I do that? I am so glad that we met 3 (I think) years ago through that "other girl." Our friendship means so much to me. I missed you everyday that I was gone in Phoenix. I am so sorry for leaving in the first place. I know now that it was a mistake, but you have not judge me (at least not out loud) for the choice I made. You and your family welcomes me with open arms and I could not ask for a better second family. The B's are such a warm family that is also hilarious, loud, and crazy. There is never a dull moment at your parents house. We have been roommates in two different places and I could never ask for someone better to share a home with. It has been a pleasure getting to know you the last few years and I look forward to many more! Don't worry, you can kick me out when you get married. I won't stay forever like I said. CB, you are going to accomplish so much in life even if takes you a little longer than you'd like. Your dreams are there, you just have to grab them. Plus you are funny as shit, duh. I love you.
JBS - Yup, you get all three of your initials because I have known you that long! Remember high school history class and grad night? And going to McDonald's for Happy Meals then going through the car wash? Oh my gosh and that birthday at your mom's old house where were threw candy everywhere? Remember your mom, you, and I driving you back to the city once and meeting The Boy for the first time? So many memories with you. We don't see each other that often, but I always know that you are there for me. Like KH, you have always been a bit of a therapist for me when I needed it. Always level headed and easy to talk to. We also have fun, especially shopping or watching movies. Remember that giant monster movie?? It is also fun when The Boy and I gang up on you! Yes, that will continue to happen even now that you've been married for two years. On that subject, I am so glad you found someone so perfect for you. I enjoyed being a part of your special day and always enjoy his company. Still can't believe you are sometimes, though. Anyway, thank you for being my friend all of these years. Thank you for your future offer. It really means the world to me and I don't know how to express my gratitude. I love you.
(Yes, I cried while writing this blog.)