Some friendships are loud and constant – and that’s beautiful.
But the ones I treasure most these days are the quiet ones.
The ones that gift you a puzzle with your “special interest” on it – without even knowing what an autistic special interest is and by far not that you are autistic (although… looking back some things were quite obvious). You just freaking love manatees and they love you.
I am so thankful for the ones where months can pass and nothing feels broken.
Where a single check-in says more than a dozen calls.
Where “I love you” sounds like “no pressure”, “take your time” and “I know how your brain works – and I like it that way.”
It’s a very special gift to have friends invite you over just do to a puzzle with manatees on it. Nothing more. Well, of course, cuddling the cats and dogs around.
These friendships hold space instead of expectations.
And in a world that often asks too much, they feel like home.
Until next time – stay messy, mindful and magical. ✨
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