Sister girlfriends

I have been blessed with so many wonderful friends. With all of the negative effects of social media, I have been blessed to experience the positive aspects of it. Over ten years ago, I was encouraged by my daughter to join Etsy. I didn't consider myself particularly crafty but I found something that I could make and sell...my husband at the time would joke that at least the dog would eat my cooking, so I took that to heart and made dog treats. Back then, Etsy had forums where you could chat with other Etsians and I met a wonderful young woman there who became my very first customer. I formed a group for people who made handmade items for pets and this woman suggested we have a pet photo contest. That grew into a large group of us who checked in with each other every single day on a forum style format, sharing our lives, trials, and triumphs. Over the years, the group has dwindled down to just 3 of us, the first young woman I met in 2008 and another woman who is so upbeat and encouraging even though she faces daily challenges. We still "talk" every single day. No matter what's going on in our lives, we find time to at least check in with each other. We're like a band of sisters, only more special because we chose each other. Over the past 10 years, these ladies have gotten me through so much, including losing a husband, getting cancer, a new marriage. They are two of the most amazing blessings of my life. I love them and can't imagine the past decade without them. Thank you, my Sister Girlfriends <3

May the Lord reward you for your kindness. 

Ruth 1:8

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Join me this week in praying with an appreciation and gratitude for the person(s) who supports you in life.
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