Part I
My friend of more than ten years recently called me for lunch. Reason? To celebrate my birthday. I was stunned. She has never celebrated my birthday, why start now? She said she is thankful for my friendship and wanted to celebrate it. I was speechless. We have never spoken out loud about this, and I think she must have just encountered a life changing moment!
Anyway, I am glad. I admire her for her courage and her desire to say things in her heart.
How many times we have avoided that awkward conversations, only to regret it later!
Part II
Another friend also invited me out for lunch and surprised me with a birthday lunch and two wonderful and thoughtful gifts. Yes, I am blessed and I am thankful.
Yet, I do realise that there are friends who are also struggling with issues and with no one to share with. I hope they find the courage to reach out and I hope they surround themselves with good friends. This Christmas, let’s try to at least touch one heart.
