Have you ever met a person that instantly became like a member of your family? Almost like you were twins separated at birth? I’ve had one or two people like this in my life – but I never paused to think about it until recently.
A few days ago we had a family gathering at my house. Both sides of the family were there. Naturally, I invited my closest homeboy to the party – I didn’t really need a reason to; he just needed to be there.
I was introducing him to a few people in the room when one of the older family members reminded us how special real friendship actually is. In her wisdom, she emphasised how rare it is to find friends like this in life – friends that become family. It was honestly the most beautiful thing hearing her speak about it.
I think it’s a little easier for girls to find friends like this – guys, on the other hand, want to be tough and independent, but we forget the value of meaningful friendship.
I don’t often see my friend, and we don’t speak as much as we used to – but when we are together it’s like nothing has changed.
Life is mysterious in that it brings people into our lives that become family. So make sure you have a homeboy or two! Find friends that are there for you in every season of life. Find someone that you know you can invite home, and feel comfortable with.
Godspeed.