Living in the same town as one of your best friends is seriously the coolest thing ever. Most of you may know this firsthand and are rolling your eyes at the observation, but it’s a new thing for me.
Growing up as a "military brat," I normally found my best friends right before I had to move away. Writing letters, emails and making calls was a great filler, but I always had a hole in my heart from missing my friends.
Not to get all sappy on you, but having a friend here has made the biggest difference in the transition. The move has been unlike any other, all thanks to a great support system.
In addition to the obvious perks that come along with living so close to a best friend, I’ve also discovered that being around crafty and creative people makes you feel crafty and creative by association. Co-blogger Emily is the kind of person who can make something from nothing, whereas I try to use a stick of glue and somehow my fingers are the only things that end up stuck together, resulting in an inner temper-tantrum like that of a 4-year-old who doesn't get their way. Case in point: