be jealous 8)

I don't know where to begin, and I have no idea how I'll EVER end. This girl is amazing, fantastic, wonderful, gorgeous, brave, strong, humble, assertive, open, honest, funny, talented, intelligent, sexy, unique, loving, accepting, non-judgmental, and my best friend. I love her to pieces. I love her to bits. She's a keeper and I know it. I don't remember my first impression of her because it was a while before we were introduced and even longer before we were friends. Neither of us can even recall our first meeting or how our friendship exactly was sparked. Nevertheless, we're stuck with each other now.

Our families went to the same church, and my family switched to her school while we both were in gr.5. My sister hit it off with her sister; same with our brothers. However, we weren't in the same class and I left the school before we had a chance to be friends. Both our sisters were in squirettes together and as soon as we were of age we followed suit (11 years old). By that time we were already two peas in a pod. I also distinctively remember going to her house after school every chance I got in gr.6 and probably the end of gr.5 as well.

Whatever it was that brought us together, I'm sure glad it did. She has been my rock, my sun, my vent, my protector and companion through so many years - our friendship has endured much longer than all but one of my relationships. She stuck with me and helped me deal with puberty, boy trouble, moving far away, depression, family issues, new jobs and faith. Along with encouragement and her deep, bright mind she has opened my eyes to so many things I could easily be missing out on with out her by my side. She has helped shape who I am.

I hope she realizes what a difference she's made in my life. I hope she understands the power she holds and all the good she's done and will do. She is a gift to the world and I thank God I was able to have her be such a big part of my life. Big hearted, she is humbly caring. She might not see it, but I do. Whenever I really need her, I know I can count on her to be there. She quickly lets people into her heart and will do her best to protect them and be a good friend. Thankfully, she's got a good head on her shoulders and can take care of herself as well. With out judging, she doesn't follow the crowd and sticks to who she is. Honestly, I'm in shock right now that I know someone so beautiful, let alone have them as my best friend.

When I look at Raven, I see the beauty that radiates from her heart. Looking at some of her photos today however, I was caught off guard with what a gorgeous woman she is. She has beautiful facial features - sexy eyes with an enchanting sparkle, a welcoming, chipper smile created by large supple lips, flawless teeth, and smooth skin covering this angelic face, - accompanied by long brown hair and a thin, toned, elegant figure.

I'm in love with being you're best friend. :)