Fact: we cannot get through life alone. No one is meant to walk this Earth having no one else to turn to. We are born by those who love us and grow up doing the same. As each day passes, we need to have someone to turn to, someone to hold, and someone to support us while weathering the storm. As much as it is hard to admit (especially for those independent folks), we need others to get by. For most, it is their family. For others, it is their significant others. While I have my family and loved ones, I also know I have my friends. However, these aren't just the friends you pass in the hall or occasionally message over social media. These are the truest, most wonderful people you could ever have. These are the best friends you will need to get by in life.

The “Emma”

This friend will be there for years upon years. Starting when you two were just children, you will grow up together and have witnessed everything, including the good, the bad and the ugly. You know they will always be there, even miles away. When you are with each other, it doesn't feel like you missed a single minute with each other. This is a friendship that will feel more like sisterhood than a friend.

The “Michael”

This is a friend whom you spend most of your time with, even if it is in your pajamas drinking wine and watching Lifetime movies. You will constantly text each other, always knowing what the other person is going to say. You share every intimate (and I mean intimate) detail that happens to you, and are never ashamed of them. You love each other unconditionally and share in each other's successes, while comforting at your losses. They are always there to make you smile.

The “Taylor”

The "Taylor" in your life may not have been there for quite as much time, but will still be as equally important to you. This friend will make you feel like you have known each other for decades. It won't take long to share your life with them, trusting them with your whole heart and soul. You two will be attached at the hip, even if there is some distance between you. You will always find opportunities to go and spend time with each other because it is some of the best memories you'll ever have. Nothing is a secret from them.

The “Diana”

'Diana' will be a longtime friend whom you have had some distance from, but it will never change the relationship you have. Even if you do not see each other for months, nothing changes and nothing ever will. You love and trust in them, adore spending time with each other and love to shop together in their company. You have equal admiration for things in life and take any opportunity to experience them together. This friend is someone you can come crying to and know they'll listen to every word. You know that this friend is a keeper because of their genuine heart. They'll always understand and never let you down.