A Great Friend

I'd like to start off by saying sorry it has been so long since my last post.  It seems like whenever I have time to blog I can't think of a good subject, and when I think of something good, I don't have time.

Today I want to talk about my wonderful friend, Jenny P.  She is 39 weeks pregnant with her second baby and is planning on having him tomorrow and I am beyond excited to meet him!  So needless to say, she has been in my thoughts and prayers a lot lately.

Jenny is such a wonderful friend and human being, I don't even know where to begin.  She is the main reason I began blogging in the first place.  Hers is the only blog I have ever read religiously and I can confidently say that I have read at least 95% of her entries.  She is a wonderful writer and one of the smartest people I know.  If you want to see Jenny's blog, you can click here.

Another reason I love Jenny is because she is always there for me.  She is always ready and willing to give me advice or simply talk to me when I need it.  This was especially helpful all during my pregnancy and the first few months that Ava was here because she had recently had a baby and knew what I was going through.

I admire Jenny for her sensitivity to other people's pain.  I'm sure it is a burden for her at times, but she is always so compassionate and I think her empathy is off the charts!  When she tells me a story about someone who is suffering, I can see in her face that she is carrying their troubles with her.

Jenny and I are great friends because I love her go-with-the-flow attitude and constant optimism.  Her cheerful attitude and friendliness always brightens my day.  And even if we go a while without talking, we always pick up right where we left off and she makes it seem like we just saw each other yesterday.

Jenny is a great role model for me of a strong, capable woman and a loving wife and mother.  Here is one of my favorite pictures of Jenny and her sweet little (growing) family.

Last Wednesday, Ava had her first ever play date and it was with Jenny's son, Silas.  At first Silas wasn't sure what to think about this baby girl playing with his toys, but he soon figured out that it was just like regular playtime and he went about his business.  Ava and I had a great time hanging out with our friends!  Here they are playing together (sort of)

We can't wait to meet Jenny's new baby and I'm praying that she has a smooth delivery tomorrow!