It is silly to me the things people bond over. "you have ten toes? I have ten toes! Let's be friends." Okay so not all of it is that ridiculous, but really...look at what brings people together. 
For instance, my sister and I bond over clothes, makeup, music, addictions and boys...but this Christmas break, I have found that we bond over a common friend. Ana. I didn't realize she knew Ana, let alone so well! Turns out, as we share our hopes, dreams, desires, and secrets.we find even more common ground. It has helped strengthen us greatly. As sisters, as friends, and as cheerleaders for one another in our aspirations.
Together we have encouraged each other towards our fitness goal. This week we have hit the gym twice a day and walked the dog daily...improved on the choices we make for nutrition. I am feeling a little better in my decisions and more confident in my workout routine. I am hoping to see results sooner rather than later. My weight fluctuates more frequently than the weatherman's predictions! I want to be thin and beautiful! I know it will take time, it took my sister nearly a year! I don't know that I have her patience, or dedication. She seems to think I do. Encouraging me and supporting my efforts. 
What will I do when she leaves? This Thursday afternoon, after I get my tattoo, she is heading to Utah. Am I strong enough to be my own cheerleader? To call myself on my own bs? Will I manage to keep the pace she has set for me? I need someone here who knows what I need. I need someone to not judge me, but encourage me to keep balanced. Will I have the dedication needed to make the proper meals, to keep going and making sure to never put trash into my body? I pray that I do. I pray with all of my heart that I have the ability to purge my life of all the terrible things and only bring in and keep the good. 
I am so very grateful for the bonds I have. With my sister, and with my friends. I may not feel like they always know me, or at  least not the REAL me, but I am thankful for their efforts regardless. I am blessed to have the people in my life that I do. I hope, one day, to be the best that I can. I hope to always be there for all of those who have been there for me. to be there for all of those in need of encouragement, support, and love.
Lord, let me be there for all of those in need of a bond. Let me graciously, and sweetly bond over toes, clothes, and whatever they seek as common ground as long as it is good in thy sight.