Friendship is on my mind this week. What type of friend are you? Are you the type of person that is open to making new friends? Or do you usually just stick to the ones you have and not like anyone else coming into your cleek? Being open and friendly is so important in life. It keeps us all going and reminds us that we are not alone.

About 4 years ago, I was asked to go to the launch of some new product - so off I went. I didn't know anyone there... I'd never met these people - this inner cleek of friends... I was younger and not necessarily into all the same things they were... Yet still they welcomed me into their group of friends. They made me feel a part of something.

Before I went out that night.... I didn't know any of those people. Sure I had my own friends at home that I had grown up with - but in this particular situation I was an unknown. I took a chance, put myself out there and in turn made some great, new, real and genuine friends that night. They were open enough to welcome me and not make me feel like an outsider. So what I'm trying to say is - be open to new friendships, new people, new opportunities... they may turn out to be the best friends and best times you'll ever have!

Also remember that life can be short - so call the friends you do have, send them a text message or email and let them know you are thinking of them... don't put off til tomorrow what you can do today...

Love,

Katie-Jane xx

P.s - This week a friend of mine passed away. One of the most genuine and friendly people I have ever met. You will be missed Niall McCrudden - thank you for being my friend and always making me feel welcome!