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Taking Time Out for Friendship

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Real Estate Agent with Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 228209

Taking Time Out for Friendship

20+ years ago, 5 hard-working 'younger' gals started a Christmas tradition of taking time off and gathering with our spouses. On occasion, one would miss the festivities but, for the most part, most years, we are all together.

 

We began with a gift-exchange that turned into an ornament exchange. Most years, we've all gotten our ornaments and our 'fun' festive dishes & favorite wines or holiday drinks planned well before our annual Christmas party! We have a group text that we keep up with each other all year - also meeting as a group a couple of times each year as well. 

 

Friendships that stand the test of time

 

These girls know everything about each other - everything - and our hubbies adore one another as well! There aren't a lot of friendships that last decades and when we have them, we certainly cherish each and every one of them.

 

Here's to always making the time to foster those forever friendships.

 

© Debe Maxwell | The Maxwell House Group | CharlotteBroker@icloud.com | Taking Time Out for Friendship

Comments(17)

Laura Cerrano
Feng Shui Manhattan Long Island - Locust Valley, NY
Certified Feng Shui Expert, Speaker & Researcher

Taking time out for the ones we love is never a bad idea ever because we only get one life to make the best of it

Dec 09, 2017 11:44 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Morning Debe.

My wife retired back in 2007.  She has dinner once a month with the friends she had at work.  All have retired except for one.  It's a fun time for all of them

Dec 10, 2017 01:34 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

How wonderful! It's great that you all stay in touch, and I love that photo.

Dec 10, 2017 03:02 AM
Sally K. & David L. Hanson
EXP Realty 414-525-0563 - Brookfield, WI
WI Real Estate Agents - Luxury - Divorce

That is the best gift you give each other and yourself...friendship for a lifetime !

Dec 10, 2017 03:40 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Debe Maxwell, CRS ,

Nothing like special friendships to keep alive and well. Good for you for making time to connect with  those that truly care about each other..those are very special people in your lives and relationships need to be nurtured.

Dec 10, 2017 04:15 AM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Good morning Debe.  Friendships that last these many years should be cherished.

Dec 10, 2017 04:39 AM
Joe Pryor
The Virtual Real Estate Team - Oklahoma City, OK
REALTOR® - Oklahoma Investment Properties

Making your own traditions are important and I am glad to see it carry on. We do a Christmas party for our old tennis group even for those not playing including a 90 year old.

Dec 10, 2017 05:36 AM
1~Judi Barrett
Integrity Real Estate Services 116 SE AVE N, Idabel, OK 74745 - Idabel, OK
BS Ed, Integrity Real Estate Services -IDABEL OK

Now that is , in essence, a big part of this season's goal.  I am envious!

Dec 10, 2017 05:38 AM
Sheri Sperry - MCNE®
Coldwell Banker Realty - Sedona, AZ
(928) 274-7355 ~ YOUR Solutions REALTOR®

Hi Debe Maxwell, CRS - It's wonderful to have forever friendships! I have some that go back to high school but I don't get to see them as often as I like. I am glad you can stay in touch so well. 

Dec 10, 2017 05:56 AM
Brian England
Ambrose Realty Management LLC - Gilbert, AZ
MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ

Good for you!  Such a happy group!  Keeping our friendships intact, no matter what is going on in our lives, is so very important, in my opinion.

Dec 10, 2017 06:52 AM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Debe- Love it! You all are so lucky to have each other. There is a group of ladies I know from grade school that met once a week in HS and cooked dinner. They continued that friendship throughout the years and still are good friends and even take trips together. Friendship is one of those things that you can't buy but when you find one, it has to be nurtured and cared for. 

Dec 10, 2017 10:56 AM
Grant Schneider
Performance Development Strategies - Armonk, NY
Your Coach Helping You Create Successful Outcomes

Good afternoon Debe - I think this is so important for balance.  My wife has a similar group of friends.

Dec 10, 2017 12:57 PM
George Souto
George Souto NMLS #65149 FHA, CHFA, VA Mortgages - Middletown, CT
Your Connecticut Mortgage Expert

Debe friendships like that are very special.  You are very blessed.

Dec 10, 2017 02:53 PM
Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400
HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400 - Pikesville, MD
Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome

Debe Maxwell, CRS 

Wonderful tradition with five special couples who continue to make memories. 

Dec 10, 2017 05:02 PM
Robert Vegas Bob Swetz
Las Vegas, NV

Very heartfelt post Debe and you ladies look wonderful and happy together.

Dec 10, 2017 05:30 PM
Jon Zolsky, Daytona Beach, FL
Daytona Condo Realty, 386-405-4408 - Daytona Beach, FL
Buy Daytona condos for heavenly good prices

I really don't think too many people can say the same. Having 5 friends getting together for such a long time, is envious.

I envy you, Debe!!!

Merry Christmas

Dec 10, 2017 06:10 PM
Carolyn Roland- In Delaware and S. Chester County PA
Independent architectural histor'n - Wilmington, DE
Carolyn Roland, GRI, CRS

Friends such as these are a great resource and also a SOURCE for replenishing your spirits!

Dec 11, 2017 10:56 AM