Last night, I was reminded of the incredible value of friendship. It wasn’t my birthday (that passed over a month ago!), but somehow I found myself being celebrated by a group of amazing humans. I walked into dinner expecting nothing more than great food and even better company, but what I received was so much more, and I was reminded of how lucky I am to have such beautiful souls in my life.
Did I mention that my birthday was at the start of August? And although we now are a full week into September, I was still showered with candles, homemade cookies, body lotion, a beautiful bracelet, and my entire meal paid for! These gestures were totally unexpected but such a wonderful reminder of the value of friendship, of being seeing, and of connecting to other hearts. After dinner, we had planned to hit the Italian Club to dance the night away, but when the venue closed early, we all happily headed home, content from the night spent together. Back at home, I reflected on the evening with a sense of gratitude for the gift of being present while surrounded by such uplifting and supportive women.
Friendships like these are what make life beautiful. It’s not about the gifts or the food but about the intentionality behind the time we spend together. We are all so lucky and blessed to share this lifetime. Here’s to more nights like this—full of laughter, love, and the simple joy of healthy connection.