A Week of Gratitude, Day 8 - Sister Stacey

Sunday, December 8, 2013
I met Sister Stacey through the Incomparable Anne™. This is not really a surprise, because Anne has a reputation for being a "gateway friend," and has introduced me to many fine people, including her birth family.

But Stacey is different.

From the beginning, Stacey and I discovered commonality in our experience, our outlook, and our lives. We're the same generation. We both have children and divorced their fathers when they were quite young. We both struggled financially when our kids were young. We both found true love later in life, and are grateful that our earned wisdom has led us to lives we can be proud of.

More than anyone else I've met, Stacey has the virtue of being a staunch and true friend. Not an acquaintance, not someone who you see occasionally and think of fondly, but a friend. A "your child just died unexpectedly so I'll cross the country and be there in less than 24 hours without you having to ask" friend. A "your mom is having major surgery so I'll come up and sit with you at the hospital" friend. A "go ahead and bitch to me for the millionth time on the same issue and I'll continue to be supportive" friend. An honest to god "help me hide the body" friend.

Stacey is the kind of friend who isn't just my friend. She's one of a very few people in this world who holds a blank check with me, ready to be cashed at any time. My sister. And I'm so grateful to have her in my life. 

5 comments:

mom in northern said...

Yeppers on all counts...

Stacey said...

I can't say how grateful I am to the Incomparable Anne that she saw that we would like each other. You have articulated how I feel about you - there is nothing too great or too small that I would not do for you. We are sisters of the heart. For the most part, we have a Vulcan Mind Meld going - My mind to your mind... my thoughts to your thoughts... - I don't know what I would have done without your support through one of the most critical years in my life which coincided with one of the most critical years of your life. We were there for each other. Without question or judgment. You inspire me with your generosity of spirit and your willingness to be vulnerable. You have truly taught me so much and I am honored that you count me as your friend. Love you.

Janiece said...

"I have been, and always shall be, your friend."

The Mechanicky Gal said...

Where is the super-duper likety like button?

Anne C. said...

<3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3
This makes me so happy.
<3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3