We All Need That Friend

I have just spent 4 hours on a Zoom having dinner with a divine soul, and I am left with the feeling that life makes sense again.

We all need that friend who tells it like it is. Who isn't afraid of judgement when she's around you.

We all need that friend who listens intently, genuinely.

We all need that friend who gets up and dances with you.

We all need that friend who lights up your life.

We all need that friend.

I'm so glad I have that friend we all need. Danke!

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