They laughed together. They cried together. They grew up together. They shared their wardrobes, dreams, fears, and goals in life---all while sharing the most amazing college experiences, too. They spent an obscene amounts of time together, analyzing the world/boys/school/life. And of course, they took an absurd number of pictures, to document their memories.
Then something crazy happened: they started getting big girl jobs, wearing diamonds on their ring fingers, dressing up in bridesmaid dresses, and [GASP!] moving to pursue their dreams. The Terrific Trio transitioned into life's next phase slowly but surely.
Well, this weekend the 1/3 of the terrific trio is moving halfway across the country for a wonderful boy and a new job. I have known about this move for a while now, but didn't know how to put into words my feelings and emotions. On one hand, of course, I am happy and excited with my entire heart that she is following her heart and going to a place that I KNOW will make her completely happy! On the other hand, I am selfishly sad. I will miss her. And always having her 15 minutes away, gave me a false pretense that this is how things were always going to be.
But I have to keep reminding myself that the story of our friendship will continue. And it will only be enhanced by emails, phone calls, and many flights :) There will be many more years of laughter, memories, and pictures to follow! I see many trips to FLOrida in my future and I cannot wait! :)
And speaking of pictures, we are spending this entire weekend with Molly before she moves, so I will definitely be back with more pictures next week!
Happy Friday everyone! :)
awww I totally know how you feel! My best friend lives a few states away for medical school and its so hard!! But long chats and unexpected cards are the best!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful gift to have good friends. My bestest (also a sorority sister) is on the other side of the country so I can appreciate the times we have together!
ReplyDeleteMy best friend lived 1200 miles away and has finally moved back home. I missed her tons but we talked a lot on the phone, emailed constantly and made frequent trips.
ReplyDeleteI always say I miss high school when I saw my friends EVERY.SINGLE.DAY. You take that for granted, not realizing how special that is.
ReplyDeleteAs you get older it time tries to pull you away but keeping up those friendships is SO important! Keep it up!
Awww... I always want to make sure to live near my best friends.. its hard... but I hope it stays that way, xxxoooo
ReplyDeleteI know the feeling...both of my best girlfriends live up north...I miss them dearly but whenever we pick up the phone or see each other we pick up right where we left off!
ReplyDeleteAw, that cannot be easy. I remember when my family and I moved (from NY to CA) and I had to leave my best friend behind. It was AWFUL. But I am proud to say that he and I, 18 years after we first met, are still each other's other halves despite the fact that he is now in Chicago and I'm here in Cali.
ReplyDeleteHave fun with your ladies this weekend!
This is my life story. I miss the college days when all we did was hang out with each other. Now we are all so busy it is hard to make time for each other, but we do and when we do get together it is fun time all over again.
ReplyDeleteAwe, good luck to her on her new journey!
ReplyDeleteawe, I am sure she will be fine. You all look great in the pictures.!
ReplyDeleteAwe, I feel ya my sorority tripod one is all the way in Korea! Time difference really sucks but emails daily! You three are too cute! Score on Florida though! :)
ReplyDeleteawe what a sweet post! Good luck to your friend! My BFF moved to Chi-town a few years back and I remember how devastated I was. Sounds like you have a great friendship and it will survive the move! Hello new vacation spot!!!
ReplyDeleteAww that can't be easy; what lovely friends you have! I'm 2+ hours from my bff's from college and it's so hard but it makes you cherish your time together even more!
ReplyDeleteyou guys are such good friends to eachother....good luck with everything :)
ReplyDeleteI feel like I have somewhat of a similar story. I know it must feel so crazy, though! I live far away from a few of my girlfriends, and it is really hard. But, we try to get together 2 times a year - and I think in 2 weeks I'll get to see a couple of them!
ReplyDeleteaww its wonderful that you have such amazing friends! those are the kind of friends where distance doesn't mean a thing. :)
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So sorry your friend is moving away! Good luck to her and her new future! :)
ReplyDeletehope you girls had a blast! love the pics!
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