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An Open Letter To My 'Ride-Or-Dies'

As told by "Mamma Mia's" Dynamos.

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Dear Dynamos,

While you may not have been in my life long, I feel like you guys have been by my side since forever. Whenever we are together, either as a trio or in duos, you have shown me more joy in life than I thought was possible. You always laugh at my jokes, intentional and unintentional, and in return never fail to make me laugh or smile (which as you know is my ~favorite~ feeling). You show me the power of taking on the world with my girls and you have given me memories I will remember for the rest of my life. Here are 10 "Mamma Mia" (And, Here We Go Again!) moments that truly embody why you're the best:

We can't go too long without seeing each other, because life's just not as fun.


Are 'ride-or-dies' actually 'ride-or-dies' if you don't make a complete fool of yourself when you see them after a long while? I think not, and I would say the Dynamos agree. Because it's completely normal to sit in a coffee shop for five hours and proceed to sing and act every song (a snippet) from Mamma Mia in order in between various conversations.

We encourage each other to "grow down" a little bit if one of us is being too serious.

As the Dynamos would say, "Screw em' if they can't take a joke." Friends never let friends sit in a pity spiral or take themselves too seriously when we all know that's not who we truly are. They come and remind you to goof off and force you out of your shell until you are back to laughing and having a good time.

You're always down to hear each other's life drama and new gossip.

While that may not actually be Donna in the middle, y'all get the point. Whether it be boy drama or hot gossip that has happened within the time you've been apart, it always goes the same way. Sit down, ladies, it's storytime. Let's not forget about how we constantly are jumping into the middle of the sentence to add onto a story.

We ~push~ each other to be a little crazy and spontaneous.

Your 'ride-or-dies' will always want you to be your best, live your best life, and are there to challenge you to take a leap of faith. While at times you may be pushed out of your comfort zone, you never need to worry because they'll be there right with you wherever you land. Without your Dynamos constant support to take that leap, you would never "dance, jive, or have the time of your life," which would be tragic because honestly who doesn't want to be the dancing queen.

We support each others dreams and goals, unconditionally.

Whether it be dreaming of that over the top life where you own a yacht and get fed grapes or leaving your home behind to pursue your life's next great adventure, you can count on your girls to have your back, and be there right beside you to help see those dreams be fulfilled.

You're there for the big moments, whether it be in person or by heart.

True 'ride-or-dies' are always with you, and while you sadly probably won't perform a surprise performance at your college graduation your Dynamos will want to be right by your side. Whether your girls are physically by your side or not, you know they'll be thinking about and supporting you when it counts.

Our thoughts are more invested in our friendship than relationships.

Yeah, relationships are cool but have you ever had the unconditional of an ~amazing~ friend, because that's definitely better. Also, you never know whirlwind romances and relationships may just land you in a Harry, Sam, and Bill triangle situation.

There really is no such thing as a "personal bubble."

Let's be honest here, 'ride-or-dies' are more family then friends, meaning personal boundaries are usually minimal to nonexistent.

We pick each other up whenever one of us falls, fails, or frets.

You can be assured that if you're having a rough day or even a rough life, you besties will be there for you. They'll always be there to pick you up and if you're lucky they'll sing "Chiquita" and feed you cake until you have no more life worries.

Together we're invincible, and no other trio will ever be as in tune (literally and figuratively) as we are with each other.

These girls have got your back whether you need a shoulder to cry on, an ear to listen, or just people by your side to dance through life. You know that when you feel blinded, there's no need to feel blue because somewhere in the crowd they're there for you. Your 'ride-or-dies' are your very own Super Troupers, because while everything in life is bound to change, your girls will be a part of your personal success. And when in doubt they'll be there to make you "Shine like the sun, (make you) smile and have fun, and feeling like a number one."

Bonus: Get you a bromance like Harry, Bill, and Sam.

I mean come on, *pause for effect* the Dynabros could easily go head-to-head with the Dynamos.

Long story short, to my Dynamos out there, thank you for all that you do to keep me sane, spontaneous and laughing. You mean the world to me, and I'm so happy to call you my 'ride-or-dies.' You've helped shape me into who I am today and for that, I'm truly grateful because life would be so dull without you. In the words of Donna Sheridan:

This place has taught me so much about friendship, loyalty, love, but most importantly, it's taught me that the best things in life, the very best things happen unexpectedly [...] Life is short, the world is wide. I want to make some memories.

You guys have been some of the very best and most unexpected people to legitimately just walk into my life, and while I already have so many wonderful memories, there's a whole world out there, may the rest of our lives be the best of our lives!

Thank you for all you are and all you do,

You're very own 'ride-or-die' Dynamos.

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