Hey there, my long-time partner-in-crime and forever BFF,
I need to address the elephant in the room: I’ve been the one flaking on our plans too often lately, and I know it’s been frustrating. Whenever life throws a curveball my way, and I reach out to vent, you listen intently, even when you’re juggling your own challenges. During those pivotal moments in my life, you’ve been the unwavering support I can always count on.
Let’s be real—you’re a better friend than I am right now.
Despite my cancellations, you keep inviting me into your world. Even after I monopolize our last conversation with my rants about the day’s annoyances, you still make it a point to reach out again. And when I needed space, you respected that boundary while still sending your love from afar. You join me in my rants, validate my feelings, and aren’t afraid to call me out when I’m being irrational.
Yet, I find myself feeling like I can’t measure up to you as a friend. I often think back to the time I missed your daughter’s birthday party; that still haunts me. It breaks my heart that I couldn’t celebrate such a wonderful little person who means so much to me. Meanwhile, you’ve never missed a beat when it comes to remembering special occasions.
I know I’ve let you down as your BFF, and I’m genuinely sorry for that. But I also appreciate how you understand that life can get messy—kids get sick, families have bad days, and my reliability for playdates can be hit or miss (one of mine might be throwing up as we speak!). I’m grateful that you don’t bombard me with guilt on top of everything else.
You really get me, even during times when I’m struggling to understand myself.
Our lives have turned into a beautiful chaos as we navigate parenthood and all that comes with it. Spontaneous hangouts are rare now, often interrupted by the demands of our little ones. “GIVE ME A FREAKIN’ MINUTE AND GO PLAY” has become our new catchphrase during phone calls, yet we still manage to pick up our conversations seamlessly.
Today, our schedules look nothing like they did in those carefree, responsibility-free days. We’ve got new jobs, relationships, dreams, ambitions, successes, and yes, failures too. There’s no more impulsive hair dyeing or late-night chats just because; now, it takes effort to connect.
But I remind myself that these busy seasons don’t define our friendship. They are just that—seasons. A temporary distraction from one another as we focus on ourselves and our families.
Thank you for being such an incredible friend, for loving me unconditionally, and for not letting the chaos of life create any distance between us. I know you see me as the same person I was when we were 12, and that love remains despite my current struggles. You get that my personal challenges in no way diminish how much I cherish you.
Our friendship always picks up right where it left off, usually over pizza, gossip, and a generous helping of wine. As life pulls us in different directions, I acknowledge that you’ve been much better at meeting me halfway.
I know there will come a day when you might need support too. When that time arrives, if I don’t answer your first call, just try again. Vent to me without hesitation, cancel our plans if you need to, and remember that I’ll always love you, no matter the distance.
I’ve got your back, and you’ve got mine.
Forever your Bringer of Wine, Fellow Ranter, and Best Friend
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In summary, I want to express my gratitude for your unwavering friendship through the chaotic seasons of life. Even as we face challenges, our bond remains strong, and I look forward to all the moments we’ll continue to share together.
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