My life has been hectic--to say the least--I work full time, just started a teaching internship, am in my last semester of a Master's degree (which includes comprehensive exams), and I am 3 1/2 months pregnant.

I wanted so badly to call my cousin, who lives 5 states away, and suggest that we have a long-distance girls night. We would paint our nails and drink sparkling martinelli's, the whole shebang. But, alas, after work, I had the internship, and after that I had class, then after class I had to run to the store for some pregnancy items, and grab dinner. By the time I got home, there was no more energy left for "me" time--I was utterly spent.

Then, without any knowledge of my intentions the day before, my cousin contacted me this morning to check on me (with cute emoji's) and my heart was so uplifted! I joked that I had no time to figure out "How I am" and told her of the scheme from the day before I wanted to carry out--she totally jumped on board and we are making time for a girls night today I am so happy and cherished. It's hard to have the people who love you/who you love so far away when you are feeling so vulnerable.

On top of everything, I joked about my weight gain (to make light of it) and she was so uniquely encouraging--no one could have said it better.

Does anyone else out there have a go-to (or come-to-you) support like this? I hope so, I hope there is someone for each and every one of you who will brighten your day during a time when you need it the most!