TW: mentions of abuse and neglect 

I had a really long conversation with a friend of mine today. And we were discussing plans and exchanging ideas. It's literally such a privilege I cherish, to have friends I can create with, friends I can bounce off ideas all while having deep respect and love for each other. 

I was neglected and abused in the nuclear family, so my friends and my chosen family mean the world to me. 

A space to be honest, conflict resolution without resentment and degradation, shared interests, shared humour, consideration, gentleness, care, respect and radicalisation. These are the things that make friendship so worthwhile to me. 

Finding friends is no small feat and I am still finding new people to connect deeply with while practicing COVID safety and largely retreating from indoor socialising. 

There's a lot to learn with new connections. With each new person I meet, I meet myself again and again through them and that experience is fascinating.