Saying goodbye to friends

Last week Thomas and I said goodbye to our favorite friends Amanda and Luca.  Thomas and Luca were born 2 weeks apart and have grown up playing together usually on a weekly basis, at least.  Anytime I would have a rough day I could text Amanda and almost every time she would come save me from whatever I was struggling with.  The boys have grown up so much over the last year and it makes me sooo sad that they won't get to keep playing and being buddies for the next couple years while we are in Washington.  I have known Amanda since I was like, 10 years old, seriously.  We grew up in Ohio together, went to many EFY's and girls camps, and she has always been a friend to me no matter what has been going on in my life.  We will miss them SO much.  She had to force me to give her a hug and say bye...usually I avoid goodbyes at all costs and just pretend like I'll see them the next day or something.  Saying bye is an instant tear releaser, especially since I have no idea when we will be seeing them again!  Sara and Grant were up at Amanda's house too which was a wonderful surprise because I didn't think I would get to see them again before I left! We got to chat and hang out for awhile and we went to lunch at Pizza Pie Cafe with all the kids.  It was a perfect day and I am so grateful for both of their friendships in my life!