I have a friend... well, not just one, I actually have a group of friends that live a great amount of distance away from me. Those friends that live the furthest distance are actually some of the people who are closest to my heart. Even though it sucks that they are not always there with me, I've compiled a list of five reasons to love a long-distance friendship.

1. They know exactly how to brighten your day.

You've spent a significant amount of time with this person, they know you inside and out. But one thing they can peg is when you're in a bad mood. Luckily, they know what makes you happy, and those funny texts, encouraging verses, and goofy throwbacks always know how to brighten your day! Memories like this are constantly sent to me, and they know exactly how to make my day completely turn around and be for the better!

2. They're still always there for you.

So you live hundreds of miles away? Thank God for technology! Whether you shoot a text talking about running into an old friend in your hometown or ranting about how life is unfair, they're still gonna answer and always be there for you, no matter what time of day or night!

3. Random road trips.

Having friends that live a fair amount of distance away from you means going on road trips galore! You get to see new places, do new things, and most importantly, be with someone who you love the most...your best friend! Maybe taking a road trip to their hometown is in order soon? Going somewhere new? That's a great way to go too! Whatever you choose, choose to do it together!

4. They give the best advice.

So they personally don't know who you're talking about when you have drama at home., but sometimes that's the best part. They don't know you and a childhood friend's past, so they can talk you through situations as being "an completely objective third party observer with absolutely no personal interest in the matter." And sometimes, you just need that in your life! Letting someone else speak things over your life is quite an encouragement as well! I'm grateful for the friends who do this for me all the time; they're the ones that get me through those tough times because they see things in me that I wouldn't normally see.

5. The reunions are always a million times better than you ever imagined.

So you only get to see them in person once a year? Honestly, nothing can describe the moment the two of you (or more than two of you) get to meet again after all this time... It almost makes the distance worth it.