50 things about being 50!

#3 Great Friends
One of my favorite quotes from the classic movie, It's A Wonderful Life, is A toast to my big brother George: The richest man in town! If you have seen the movie, then you know that he was referring to all of the friends that George did not realize he had. Like George, God has blessed me with many wonderful friends over the years and I cannot imagine life without them. They have contributed to the woman that I am today:

• They care enough to be honest with me and call me out when I am out of line. 
• They spur me on to love and good deeds. 
• They pray with me and for me. 
• They provide timely words of wisdom.
• They are patient with me when I blow it. 
• They have come to my rescue. 
• They listen. They laugh. They cry with me. 
• They give me nicknames...

...and the list goes go on and on. The Bible says A man of too many friends comes to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. I have learned the value of true friendships whether they happen for a season or a lifetime. If great friends come a dime a dozen then I am the richest woman in town!