"Change will come as sure as the seasons but twice as fast."
-Jo March
And change does come.
It comes in life just like the seasons do.
There have been times when I want life to slow down; for a season to stay a little while longer.
As much as I wish it, the seasons won't stay the same forever.
And they shouldn't.
Because there are so many things to be learned and adventures to be had that won't happen unless change does.
Life goes on and I choose what kind of attitude I have along the way.
The secret is finding joy and delight in God no matter the season,
no matter the change.
That's much easier said than done.
And yet, through all the change, some things do stay the same.
And those things are gifts from God.
Here's something that's been a constant through all the changing seasons of my life.
And I promise you, it's not about to change.
An unchanging and unfailing sisterhood.
It's a beautiful thing.
It's a "for sure" no matter what life brings.
Even if we end up half way around the world from each other,
this relationship won't change.
Even when we are experiencing different seasons of life,
our love for each other won't change.
Even if we don't always see eye to eye,
our commitment to each other won't change.
Even when people come and go in our lives,
the fact we are best friends won't change.
Sure, life won't always look exactly like this for us with passing time.
We've already experienced miles between us and different seasons to walk through.
But the underlying bond as sisters, companions, and best friends will always stay the same.
And I am grateful for that.
I am thankful that even though life changes, some things, some people never will.
