I love all of my girl friends, I really do. No matter their age or where they are at in their life.
However, I can REALLY appreciate having more mature girl friends. Being around those who are my age or a little older...who have careers, marriages. And it's not even those things that are necessary, but just a mindset that is focused on more important things in life. Having meaningful conversations that are not surrounded by gossip and drama; rather discussions about interests and activities.
I understand everyone needs to grow, and they will eventually. It's just nice to step away from mindless crap. I never really put my foot in that arena and I don't regret it; I also don't dislike my friends for what they choose to do with their time, even if it is those things I don't do. It's just that when you don't have to hear about it in every conversation you find how refreshing life is and are reminded how big the world is....how there are people all around with big dreams and great goals and searching for solid purpose.
I've always had friends that were younger than me--whether that be in age or in mind. But I guess you could say I've always been the big sister, the mentor, the level-headed one (at least for my age) so I've never really felt a connect to many people since we've been in different places in our lives. I'm exploring the people that have always been around me, but we've never really invested much time or effort into each other until now. I feel like I've been missing out, a little. I also see how my appreciation has developed, and for that I am thankful.
I thank God for giving me friends I can connect with on a deeper level, no games involved.
I'm not really sure where I am headed with this. I guess I am just posting because I am glad. I am feeling the joy that only Christ can provide.
However, I can REALLY appreciate having more mature girl friends. Being around those who are my age or a little older...who have careers, marriages. And it's not even those things that are necessary, but just a mindset that is focused on more important things in life. Having meaningful conversations that are not surrounded by gossip and drama; rather discussions about interests and activities.
I understand everyone needs to grow, and they will eventually. It's just nice to step away from mindless crap. I never really put my foot in that arena and I don't regret it; I also don't dislike my friends for what they choose to do with their time, even if it is those things I don't do. It's just that when you don't have to hear about it in every conversation you find how refreshing life is and are reminded how big the world is....how there are people all around with big dreams and great goals and searching for solid purpose.
I've always had friends that were younger than me--whether that be in age or in mind. But I guess you could say I've always been the big sister, the mentor, the level-headed one (at least for my age) so I've never really felt a connect to many people since we've been in different places in our lives. I'm exploring the people that have always been around me, but we've never really invested much time or effort into each other until now. I feel like I've been missing out, a little. I also see how my appreciation has developed, and for that I am thankful.
I thank God for giving me friends I can connect with on a deeper level, no games involved.
I'm not really sure where I am headed with this. I guess I am just posting because I am glad. I am feeling the joy that only Christ can provide.
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