My dad told me, "You become who your friends are." I'm sure this statement referred to his concern about the people that clouded certain years of my life. At the time, I thought his words silly.
Years later, I see truth in my father's words. Of course, we take on habits and characteristics of our friends. They are the people who blanket our lives and fill our days.
Today, the idea of becoming a little more of who my friends are thrills me.
Why?
Well, I have a friend whose heart beats for girls involved in sex trafficking in our community and the world.
Years later, I see truth in my father's words. Of course, we take on habits and characteristics of our friends. They are the people who blanket our lives and fill our days.
Today, the idea of becoming a little more of who my friends are thrills me.
Why?
Well, I have a friend whose heart beats for girls involved in sex trafficking in our community and the world.
Instead of hosting a Christmas Party, my friend gathered girls in our circle and developed a plan.
She asked us to donate personal items to girls at the Hope House.
She encouraged us to share inspiring words with these girls.
She sprinkled the party with spray paint, picture frames, and metallic pens.
She tossed in wine and tasty treats.
And through this gathering, she shared her passion, helped girls who are overlooked, taught friends about a new way to become involved in our community, and encouraged us to live better.
Am I becoming more like her because of our friendship? I hope so.
Question for you: Think of your friends. Who inspires you to live better? Why?
9 comments:
I know that saying well from my own father. Your post caused me to reflect on the people with whom I spend most time. I have around me a fantastic group of women (my last blog post was about our gingerbread making extravaganza together). They inspire me to be a better me each and every day. I really am blessed with the people I call my friends. Thanks for your reminder to be grateful for them today.
Corinna,
Yes, I'm pretty sure that's something loads of fathers told their daughters!
I'm thankful for the girls in my life too. I have a solid group of friends spanning the country who constantly challenge me in new ways.
Thanks, Amy! This is a sweet, sweet post that reminds us of the value of sincere and inspiring friendship. I love what you said about a solid group of friends who span the country who continue to challenge you..I agree.
What a sweet idea.
Fondly,
Glenda
i think we all heard something similar...and i think those close friends we do allow to shape our lives...sounds like she is in a good way...we have a sex trafficking nissions group in thailand right now buying girls out helping them learn a trade...
Amy - what a lovely post! It fills me with such a warm feeling seeing such a special group of women getting together and making a difference. This year I have been blessed with so many wonderful friends who truly are adding to and blessing my life, I'd like to introduce you and your readers to one of the most amazing of them. Her name is Sonja and she was diagnosed with MSA just over a year ago. She is one of the most special people I have probably ever met and I thank the Lord that she in turn is blessed with friends who have been with her all her life. Now that she is facing this enormous challenge, they are there for her day and night - for me, truly illustrating the importance of your father's words. In them I see a group of friends who are grounded and value the importance of giving, sharing and caring for each other. Here is her site: http://msainsouthafricawithsonja.blogspot.com/. I trust Sonja and her friends will inspire you as much as they have me.
i love your dad's quote! and truthfully, i did this party b/c i'm *hopefully* becoming more like you! your generous spirit and creative party ideas, are truly what inspired me to do this. and your encouragement to give in small ways, think locally, pick one thing and not become overwhelmed......those are all influences on everyone around you! your passion for giving is contagious!
Philippians 1:3
love you friend. very, very much! :)
good stuff here and TRUE..
I am practicing this recently
for my inner circle i am praying and choosing people who encourage, support and yes..push me to be more intentional.
to live my dreams
to love, to live yes..you know what i mean
and I them
love ya
xo
This is such an excellent question. Not only do I want friends like that, but I want to be a friend like that and the bottom line is......I AM NOT!!
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