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By: Mia Thompson
Updated: Feb. 6, 2018
Originally Published: Feb. 3, 2018
Friendships among women are invaluable. It’s not just me who believes that my circle of friends is the best; many would agree. I cherish friendships I’ve nurtured from various phases of my life—elementary school, high school, college, my single years filled with moments reminiscent of those in “Sex and the City,” and through my journey into motherhood. Each of these friends has been a source of strength, especially following my cancer diagnosis at the age of 42, and during all the ups and downs life has presented.
Finding time for a simple dinner or drink with friends often feels like trying to organize an international summit. Therefore, arranging a girls’ weekend can seem downright impossible. After numerous emails and texts, we finally managed to agree on a date and a location that worked for four mothers juggling nine kids. It truly felt miraculous!
I’ve had the pleasure of knowing these particular friends for nearly three decades. Three decades! These are the kind of friends with whom you can do absolutely nothing and still create unforgettable memories. This recent weekend was no exception. Our joy came not from fancy dinners but from lounging in our hotel room, sharing stories of our outrageous childhood antics. Who needs to attend a workout class when laughter can give you a core workout that leaves your stomach aching with joy the next morning?
Life is unpredictable, and we can’t foresee who will enter our lives or why. Friendships often blossom from shared circumstances—living in the same town, attending the same school, or finding common ground as we navigate challenging times, such as being single when everyone else seems to be in a relationship or facing the complexities of motherhood.
Somehow, the universe aligns us with people we need, whether our paths crossed in elementary school, college, at work, or during our children’s activities. These friendships are forged in moments that may seem random, but they often fulfill a deeper need we may not recognize at the time.
We do have the agency to choose which friendships we nurture, based on how these relationships evolve over time. These are the individuals who can make you laugh until you cry or know just how to lighten your mood when you’re feeling down. They stand by you through thick and thin.
When we form these connections, especially in our youth, we never anticipate that the hands we held during playground games will be the same ones we clutch during our parents’ funerals. The arms that comforted us during our first heartbreak will be the same ones that hold us through the challenges of life, from the joys of parenthood to the struggles of career transitions.
Navigating life’s complexities—adolescence, career pressures, and the joys and trials of motherhood—becomes easier with supportive friends by our side. I’ve always known I had an incredible support system, but a diagnosis like mine amplifies that realization. Whether you have one close friend or a whole group, having those who enrich your life simply by being part of it is invaluable.
With friends, you create memories that can make you laugh until you’re in tears, clutching your stomach and worrying about little accidents. But really, what’s a bit of pee between best friends?
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In conclusion, girls’ weekends are not merely fun escapes; they are essential for fostering lasting friendships that support us through life’s rollercoaster. Cherish these moments, as they are the threads that weave the fabric of our lives.
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