My friends are everything to me. That doesn't mean that I lack independence, because I am very independent. You can certainly be mature and individualistic while still loving and appreciating your friends with all your heart. As cheesy as the topic may seem, having genuine friends in your life is something that is really important.

There's a certain stigma around the connotation of friendship that I find to be misleading. There's something about it that comes off juvenile and frilly, but I think that genuine friendship is so much more than that and it deserves it's recognition.

I have the best time when I'm with my friends, I laugh until my cheeks hurt. I enjoy things I can enjoy on my own, but I have people I care about to share that with. I never wonder how long these people are going to be in my life because I don't see an end to any of these friendships. Anyone who I consider one of my closest friends I trust completely. I know that they'll always be there whether its for something completely ridiculous or to be my backbone when I really need it. I also am glad to be there for any of them whether it's to give advice or just listen. That's the beautiful thing about friendship, nobody's keeping score. You care about each other and you do what you can to express that when the time comes, it's not about proving anything. Friendship is truly caring about and knowing your life is enriched because that person is in it.

I smile everyday because of these beautiful people in my life, I make the best memories with them, and I really know I can count on them for anything. As corny as it may sound having them in my life definitely gives me this overwhelming feeling of security.

Having friends who you can completely lose your mind with, but can also keep you grounded at the same time are a rarity, and it makes me feel very fortunate to have them. My best friends really do bring out the best in me, and I am incredibly grateful that each one of them came into my life.