God's Little Gifts

To say 2013 had a tumultuous start would be an understatement.
My boyfriend got a DUI. I broke up with him. I developed  refined admitted I had a crush on a boy my best friend had a crush on a year ago, and she got really mad about it and I feel like we've barely talked since then. My parents bought a new house 20 miles from my school and won't support me if I decide to move out (and I can't afford to move out without their support). I signed up for what might be too many courses next semester, including one 6-10pm class.

But through it all, I have found a steady group of Godly, encouraging, positive friends to get me through. They're a blessing I never thought I would encounter. A nearly even mix of boys and girls, these people are helping me through the year, with hugs, chocolate, prayers and meals spent together.
I thought 2013 would be the worst year of my life. Although terrible things have happened this year (not particularly to me, but to those around me), it is looking up.
When God closes a door on a friendship, He clearly opens another door to many more friendships. I just have to trust that He knows what's best for me, which is slightly difficult. But it's working out well, so far.