Today is the Birthday of a very dear friend of mine. She is the first friend I have made through social media. All because another mutual friend introduced us.
That was nearly two years ago! I can't believe it! I am excited that our children will be able to know each other for years to come!
Amanda and I have grown close because of our mutual love for Jesus. That mutual love permeates our choices and our view of life. It keeps us grounded. That love helps us with our insecurities. It helps us find our way when there seems to be no way. Friendships like this, for me, have been rare. But they are the best kind of friendships. This friendship contains two people who recognize that humanity is flawed and we need a Savior.
Michael W. Smith sang it best "friends are friends forever if the Lord's The Lord of them".
Yeah, corny, I know. But I'm feeling sappy.
Amanda is many things. She is hardworking and kind. I always admire horse owners. It takes a special type of person to own those majestic animals. They need a lot of care and attention. They need toughness mixed with kindness. I always thought I wanted a horse until I took lessons and had to DO the work.
Amanda does all she can to be a light to those around her. She is always there to listen when I need someone to talk. I do my best to do the same for her. She has talked me through several different situations.
She takes her role as a mother and wife very seriously. E & baby #2 are very blessed to have a mother like Amanda.
She is prayerful and loving. And puts others ahead of herself. She takes the time to think about things from another perspective and is not quick to judge.
I feel as though we have been friends for a lifetime.
I've never been a believer in romantic soul mates. But I do believe that there are ordained "soul mate" friendships. People that just click together. These friendships hold the test of time.
True friends are hard to come by in this world. I feel beyond blessed to know Amanda. I am so thankful to God, for bringing us together. She has been an answer to many of my prayers.
When friendships end badly, I tend to blame myself and internalize everything. Through my friendship with Amanda (and a few others), God has helped me to see that there isn't anything wrong with me. It is nice to know I can have an open heart in our friendship and it isn't going to get stomped on. Because I can trust my friend, Amanda with my feelings.
It is a beautiful feeling to know that Amanda is my friend.
A beautiful, sweet and loving friend! 
Happy Birthday,
Amanda!
I love you!
PS: I couldn't decide on just one photo so I added them all! 💗
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