My best friend.

Today is Thursday. We are now 3 days away from a day I have been dreading for months. My best friend moves to Peru for 3 years (technically 2 1/2, but it'll seem like a lifetime). It's funny... I have been struggling so, yet not only do I have so many blessings, I have more than a best friend... I have a sister.

The Lord has used her in my life to do so much and be a rock of support through some of my darkest hours. Her faith, her willingness to follow the Lord's call, her servant's spirit, her loyalty, sense of humor, and vigor for life have impacted me more than I could have ever imagined. How can I be so selfish to want her to stay with me when I know our God is about to use her to do all that and more for so many others in Peru? Shame on me!

I couldn't be more thankful or blessed for the friendship that I have taken for granted and not returned in the way I should have. Thank you Lord, for revealing yourself to me through one of your most wonderful creations. Thank you, Bethy for your friendship. I love you. :)