I don't want to give away any secret info or anything, but today is a pretty special birthday for my best friend. Lynnette came into my life when I was ten, through the great wisdom of my sister, and she's stayed ever since, supporting me in every single up and down of my life.
We have kind of a funny friendship in that we have
never lived in the same town, attended the same school, or gone to the same church. We met because my brother-in-law was the pastor of the church Lynnette attended as a kid, and my sister thought Lynnette and I would make great friends. She invited us both over to play at her house and BOOM. Friendship born.
I
know classic childhood photos of the two of us exist, though neither of our moms could be accused of being a Bekahrazzi. Sadly, I was unable to find any of these gems (you're welcome, Lynnette) so I thought I'd celebrate today with some of the more recent year selections.
ENJOY!!!
First, some photos-of-photos.
My senior year of high school (hello, bangs!) and her freshman year of college. We worked hard to make sure our friendship did not die during that big life change!
Her bridal shower. She's radiant. Don't ask about me. Just don't ask about any of it.
Her wedding rehearsal. I had such a killer headache, but I was trying to power through!
Maid of honor and beautiful bride! (I LOVED the dress I wore in her wedding. It had a tiny little train!)
Frankenmuth trip. I had apparently eaten a number of frankfurters prior to this weekend. (wide-eyed-emoji-here.)
Besties!
My 30th birthday party. She drove a long way after a long day to celebrate with me!
And then she moved to Virginia Beach and we didn't get to see each other too often. But by this time, I had my Bekahrazzi on, so there's a lot more proof of our visits!
My first visit to the ocean, on my 32nd birthday!
And then we spent her 35th enjoying a girls weekend at the Biltmore!
Later that year, Ryan and I got engaged, and Lynnette came home for my bridal shower and bachelorette party!
And then...our wedding weekend! Mark and Lynnette drove to Florida to stand beside me as I married Ryan.
Beautiful toast!
And then a couple of months later, they came to Indiana for our reception!
A couple of years ago, we drove out to Virginia Beach and spent a few days with Mark and Lynnette. Had a blast!
I love our friendship! I don't always love the miles between us, but I love the history with this girl, her love for the Lord, her husband, her family, and for me.
Happy birthday, Lynnette! Love you!
6 comments:
What great memories and a great friendship!!
Clearly I should have read this prior to putting on makeup this morning since I am now going to have to reapply it. Thank you for such a sweet post. Every day I am thankful for you and the friendship that we have. Some friendships are God ordained and transcend time and distance. I am blessed to call you friend. And someday maybe we will live in the same town or go to the same church... or maybe even live in the same RV park. Life is always an adventure! Love you!
PS Thank you for conveniently misplacing those childhood pictures.
what a sweet friendship!!!!
XOXO
Happy (belated) birthday to Lynnette! What a great friendship you have, despite the miles.
Love the fact that you girls maintained your friendship all these years. Happy birthday to my daughter! Funny how we're now the same age. :)
your frankfurter comment...HILARIOUS!!
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