Everyone thinks of friendships differently. Some people think it's a one-off or that friendships come and go, but best friends, real friends are for life. People don't understand that friends can come and go, but your real friends are like family and they stay for as long as they can. I can never thank my best friends enough for always being there, and for letting me be there for them.
I have "friends" I've known all my life, that are nothing compared to the others and I've known for the same amount of time or for less. So, this is a dedication to two of the best friends a girl could ask for, Sarah and Carol. We have been each others' friends, sisters and rock for the past four years. I can't wait for all the crazy we do and get into. I love you both.
If you want a friendship like ours, some of these rules might help:
Rule 1: Secrets Are For The Grave.
This is the best rule, my favorite rule, because if you can't keep a friend's secret then you're not a true friend.
Rule 2: They Are Always Truthful.
No matter what, your true friends will always be honest and truthful - even if it hurts, because they do not want you to do anything stupid or embarrassing.
Rule 3: They Are Always There For Support.
Friends who want what's best for you will always support you, even if it means your miles away from each other.
Rule 4: Fights Don't Last Forever.
If you guys are really friends, you will fight one day and be back to normal the next. Now, I know there are some fights that last a little longer, but real friends will not let that end a friendship.
Rule 5: Accept That Being Jealous Is Inevitable.
Sometimes your friends will be more successful than you are, maybe they even talk about it, but that does not mean they are trying to rub it in your face.
Rule 6: The Girl Code Is Real.
If you are a girl who does not know what it looks like or is look it up online, because if you break this sacred code you're on your own.
Rule 7: NEVER Date A Friends Ex!
This rule piggybacks off of number six, because this is girl code number 5, the only way this is null and void is he's the guy that's been with every girl or that every girl wants. Although, do not just use that veto on every guy.
Rule 8: Always Remember Each Other's Birthdays.
My best and closest friends are Twins, so it is awesome only having to remember one date. Even though we've known each other for 4 years now, sometimes I still call them by the wrong name. I have resorted to calling them Twin 1 and Twin 2.
Rule 9: Don't Forget Your 'Friendiversary.'
Been friends for five, ten, 20 years or more? Go out and have a girls night to celebrate ya'll.
Rule 10: They Will Help You Improve.
I have a friend I met in the fourth grade, back when I was really shy and all I did was sing. He brought out a side of me that was the opposite, and now that's how I am today. People who know me are probably like what?! So, thank you Derby.
Rule 11: Never Fall Out Over Stupidity.
Friends fight and they may fight a lot, but I mean me and my Best Friends fight a lot because that's just how much we care for each other.
