Friday, February 20, 2009

b&g girl

I received some good news today...I took a tiny step closer towards a dream of mine. A little slice of success. But this post is not about sharing that news yet....I do not want to blog about it until it's closer to being a tangible part of this world. This post is about a person who helped me take that step.



I wrote about her once before. But I feel the need to do so again, because I know, in the very core of my being, that I had not met her, if she had not graced with me such a wonderful friendship, that my life would be very different today. That dreams would still just be dreams...something hazy in the distant land of maybe and someday.



Many of us have people in our lives who encourage us. Who bring honesty, sincerity and a sense of what's genuine into our lives. Who are always rootin' for us. My friend is all of those things and more. She exuded such belief in me and in my abilities that it compelled me to face my fears, to ignore my doubt and to do the one thing we all need to do to get that much closer to our dreams...her belief in me made me try. And I will never, with all the words of the English language at my disposal, be able to articulate to her how much that means to me....what she means to me.



And when I arrived home from work today, after sharing my good news with her this morning, I found a wonderful bouquet of tulips waiting for me. A message of congratulations from my friend. Buds still....on the edge of blooming...like me, I hope. Her thoughtfulness and unabashed enthusisam over my good news touched me in a way that I will remember in my heart forever.



My friend, b&g girl, is also a fellow blogger. She is relatively new to the scene. I encourage all of you to visit her blog and get to know a little piece of this wonderful person. I have never met anyone like her...nor do I ever expect to again. She was a driving force behind the creation of Finding Sirius...and her wisdom and humor helped to forge my incredible bond with Sophie.



And to you, b&g girl...there are friends and then there is you. One of the best parts of my story is you.

13 comments:

the magic sleigh said...

What a wonderful testament to true friendship, if nothing else there is in this world you know you have a true friend, what more does one need.

Far Side of Fifty said...

She sounds like a wonderful friend! A tiny step toward success.. I will be anxious to read about it when ever you can share! :)

Becky said...

You have peaked our interest. I had to catch up on Sophie, Elora and you. I wish you much success in whatever you do. We all need a friend like her!

gigi said...

How lucky you are to have such a special friend in your life. Some people live their whole life and never find such. Can't wait for you to share your good news! Congratulations! HAve a great weekend!

Anonymous said...

What a blessing to have a friend like this. I'll await your news.

Sharon said...

Can't wait to find out your good news...and here's to your wonderful friend for the inspiration...hip hip hurrah!

Bagman and Butler said...

Wonderful blog. And I will check out your friend's site because it must be special. And I too am anxious to hear your new thing whenever you feel like sharing and am rooting for you whatever it is.

Mason Dixie said...

You have a great way with words. My sister is the same way. Thank you for being apart of my blogging buddies and looking forward to hearing the good news.

Jan said...

OK you got my attention and I hate waiting for secrets to be revealed!However I am very happy that you have some good news to share soon. I am waiting patiently.

betty said...

she seems like such a wonderful caring woman and a true friend!! so neat you are blessed to have her in your life!

and whatever your good news is, we'll be eager to hear about it when you share it :)

betty

Barry said...

You've had good news, congratulations.

My good news is that I got to read an extraordinary tribute to a friend. That was extremely thoughtful and well written.

Sabine Peters - Artwork & Photographie said...

Congratulations to such a wonderful friend.
Wish you so much success to make it real. Thank you for sharing.

Kathleen said...

Your words touch the soul.

Congratluations on your good news! I'm excited for you and look forward to your special announcement.