Friends

We all need friends.  I know, not exactly a profound statement, but one that is true.  Some need more than others.  Some need to be with friends more often than others.  But the bottom line is that we all need friends.  As moms, we tend to gravitate towards other moms who have a child or children similar in age to our own kids's ages.  And if we are fortunate, the kids will like each other, play well together, and the moms will really like each other too!! 

Last week we had two afternoons in a row in which we spent with friends.  The kids each had a friend, and the moms are two moms that I would be friends with regardless of the companionship the kids have.  It's a great thing!!  And a wonderful way to spend an afternoon.  The kids are happy, and the moms are happy.  Friends are a wonderful blessing, and I am thankful for the friends my children are already making, and especially for the wonderful friends that I have made through this journey!

This picture was taken at Padaro Grill in Carpenteria.  A great place to meet friends!