MWF seeking BFF . . . .

seriously. 

not only is that a legitimate statement for my current state of being, but it's the title of a book I MUST buy.

Rachel Bertsche moved to Chicago to be with her boyfriend (now husband) and with her friends scattered throughout the country, she struggled to make new friends as an adult. You work full time, have life to deal with, errands to run, and are also married - how do you even find time for friends? 

Rachel was on WPR this evening (check it out on the At Issue with Ben Merens audio archives) -she seemed so wonderful and decided I would definitely be her friend if I was in Chicago (and that my Chicago friends should find her). She was so nice and funny, plus, I'm sure she'd love Brian. 

So, how did she make friends? 

Friend dates. Lots of them. Did you know they even do speed dating for friends!? And she even went as far as writing notes and leaving her number on receipts at restaurants if she thought the waitress would make a good friend. I mean, who does that!? 

Truth is: I'm terrible at making friends. I can be really shy. And nervous. And awkward. And quite. Michael, on the other hand, is excellent at friend making. With everyone. Everywhere. It's a trait I long for but, alas, maybe that's we work well together. 

You can follow Rachel's blog and read more about her friending adventures.