Tonight I smile, just got a text from a childhood friend (since we're 12) and it was so nice to see the words HAPPY THANKSGIVING from her. You see, a couple months ago, we didn't know if she'd live or die while waiting on a donor list for a liver. She's been in a nursing home recovering and 2 days ago, she took 18 steps on her own. I was in awe and am so grateful the powers that be had plans for her that didn't include leaving us yet. She's like the sister I always wanted, always been there for me whenever I needed her. I think it'll be that way until the end. We're exactly a month to the day apart in age. If we don't talk for months, it's just like we can pick up a convo like it was yesterday. I am certainly always going to be in her corner pulling for a full recovery and celebrating via the phone when she gets to leave the nursing home.
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Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength; loving someone deeply gives you courage --- Lao Tzo
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