The Happy Home: Days 3 and 4: Two ladies and some babies :)

I sat down to write last night and my poor, preggo brain could not spit anything out. So, this morning I am playing catch up and am grateful for two pretty amazing women in my life: my sweet sister and my bestie. These two women could not be more different but despite their differences they bring joy and balance to my crazy world.

I feel incredibly blessed that God gave me a little sister soooooo many years ago (notice all of the oooo's??? We are getting old! ;). I think that the bond between sisters is one unlike any other.  The relationship of a sister is a combination of love, friendship, loyalty, and the inexplicable fact that no one knows you as much as this girl does.

We don't always agree but we somehow manage to listen to what the other has to say and usually walk away learning something new. She has been right by side through nearly 25 years of my life and I don't know what I'd do without her. And, to top it all off, she has given me the sweetest little gift ever, my precious godchild. I was there the day that he was born and even though I am now seeing him grow up in pictures and through Skype, I feel as much love for that kiddo as I do for the little bean growing inside of me. It's a wonderful feeling.

Now, onto my second lady today, my sweet bestie, J. We've been friends for nearly five years and she has taught me the true meaning of friendship. She has stood by my side through some of the best times in my life, as well as the worst. We have watched countless episodes of SATC and Gossip Girl, shared bottles and bottles... and bottles... of wine, and have laughed and cried together (sometimes doing both at the same time). She introduced me to the man that is my husband and I thank the Lord for that each and every day. And, to top it all off, we are also pregnant together, something that we both prayed for, were both unsure would happen, and celebrated with a cupcake when we found out! I am truly grateful that she is in my life.

I love these two women very much. When I moved, I couldn't help but worry that with both of them in the deep South and me all the way in Cali Land, our bonds would be strained. They have both gotten me through some of the hardest moments of this move with texts and hour-long phone conversations. I feel like I have not missed a single moment of their lives, nor they with mine. Thank you, my girls. I love you both dearly.