I think as you grow older, you look for very different things in people. Honesty. Loyalty. Respect. But most of all, you look for someone who will stand right by your side when the walls start crumbling down and the fires rage within. They are right there, and in that moment, you know they've got you.⠀
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Never lose sight of the fact that actions speak far louder than words. We live in a world where anyone can say anything and make it sound good. But when the time comes, are they actually there when it matters? Do they actually back up what they say or do they fade into the distance when you really need them.⠀
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There will be a few people in your life who show up no matter what the circumstances are. But they are rare and hard to find. That's how they are supposed to be. If you have faith enough to know that they are out there, you will find them.
It may take some time and searching and you're probably going to have a lot of relationships that don't hit that level, but that's okay. Because when you do find them, you know they have your back no matter what.⠀
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Oh and the last thing...don't ever settle. I hope you don't accept anything less than what you deserve. Run away from average love. Run like all hell. You deserve someone who will make your blood stir. You deserve to be deliriously happy. It's okay to be patient.
It's okay to wait for that. You're waiting for the best and that's nothing to be ashamed of.
