And then, there is Leah. Not only do I enjoy her company, trust her, and value our friendship… but she has been a wonderful friend to ME. Sometimes we feel like we are giving more than we are getting in return with the people in our lives. I have not felt like that for one second since I met her. When a good thing happens to me, she is genuinely delighted for me. She is thoughtful, giving, considerate, and loyal. All the things I hold in high regard when it comes to friendship. We share so many of the same views on life, we have a great time together, and I can be myself around her… no matter what. She is that friend who is allowed to come into my house no matter how close to a Hoarders episode it resembles and I don’t have to put on a bra or “real” pants to let her in. Those friends are hard to come by, ya’ know?
So, as they wait for the movers to come pack all of their belonging s this week, I want them to know that I really do wish the best for them at their next duty station, even though I selfishly don’t want them to go. As they pack up their car and say goodbye to this post (and the desert… but I am not bitter, I promise), I want them to know that they made an impression on our entire family and we will miss them like crazy. As they travel towards the Pacific Coast, I want them to know that we love them… and that they will ALWAYS be a part of our family.
Sorry for making you cry, K Family. I would share some tissues… but, well, I used them all and am now sobbing directly into my shirt.
When is the next long weekend? We just might have to plan a road trip to a beach in California soon.
We love you, K Family!
