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June 15, 2010
The clinchers
Last night I went out with a couple of my neighbors for a girl's night. At some point, things started seeming a little fishy and secretive, and I thought maybe they were planning to do a little something for my birthday that had just passed. I was excited that they remembered, didn't really know what to expect, but figured they were going to take me somewhere yummy for dinner and embarrass me with loud singing waitstaff to show they cared.
Honestly? I was thrilled. It's been a long time since I've had friends that were close enough physically and emotionally to celebrate with.
I was overwhelmed when we walked into the restaurant and five more friends were awaiting my arrival.
I've never had a group of girlfriends like this.
I've complained a lot about living in Dallas. Leaving friends. No family. The wind, the heat, the snow. The unfamiliarity with the area.
There have been good parts: The preschool my kids (and I) adore. The elementary school. Finding activities for the kids that suit us all. There's been happiness.
I'd even gotten to the point where I wasn't sure I would jump to move if the opportunity presented itself. To the point where if you asked me, I would have answered, "Well, it depends..."
But this? This group of girlfriends who came out for *me*, who gathered money for a gift and signed a card and stayed out too late talking?
These women have made me want to stay.
Posted by me at June 15, 2010 9:31 PM