A true friend brings light to even the darkest situation and their very presence can brighten our day. As true friends ourselves we find peace in knowing that we, too, offer that same light to others, whether it’s a nonjudgmental ear, a kind gesture or the simple joy of laughter. Some people have strings of acquaintances and know someone wherever they go, but having genuine friends is extremely rare. I’m lucky – I have one.

Alexis and I have been best friends since we were 9 years old, when all that mattered was riding our bikes and staying awake past midnight at sleepover parties. At that age, we amused ourselves with simple games and could spend hours being silly and, more importantly, just being our innocent selves.

As we grew older, life got more complicated with boys, school and the social climate of adolescence. Through everything we always had each other to voice our honest thoughts, to ground each other and to offer that much-needed hug now and again. Having Alexis was like having a sister, only better because although we weren’t born as family we became family.

We went to different high schools and sometimes wouldn’t talk for months, as life tends to get in the way. But we could always pick up where we had left off as if nothing had changed. That’s the thing about genuine friendship; time or distance cannot diminish it.

After graduation Alexis headed to the University of Tampa and I stayed up north. After one semester of hating school and life in general, I called Alexis crying in my dorm one night, asking if I could visit her in Florida. My spirit immediately lifted hearing the gentle voice of my best friend. I transferred to Tampa the next fall and, reunited with Alexis in the land of sun, I found happiness.

At UT we joined the same sorority and became roommates. College is a time for transition and self-discovery, but in that whirlwind we were blessed to have the foundation of our friendship. Whenever I felt lost or confused Alexis would bring me clarity, strength and support, since she knows me better than I know myself.

Now, after 13 years of friendship we’ve graduated from UT, share an apartment in South Tampa and have connected on the next phase of lives: our careers. We work for The Fairy Line; a company devoted to bringing joy and whimsy into everyday reality through its all-natural, one-of-a- kind products.

Created by world-renowned author and psychologist specializing in hypnotherapy, Dr. Linda Joy Rose developed The Fairy Line to help children and adults feel safe, empowered and uplifted. The ideals instilled through these specialty items resonate with Alexis and I because, like the gift of friendship, we also believe in sharing hope and happiness with others.

Alexis, who has always been a fan of fantasy and fairies, is the graphic designer for the company and I am LindaJoy’s executive assistant and managing editor of our various newsletters and publishing company, Quantum Mind Press (due to release Drew and the Dreamtime Fairy this spring.) We are also part of The Fairy Girls of Tampa Bay, dressing up as fairies at our retail centers and charity events to promote the line and share the positive messages behind it. Fairies are the muses of imagination, creativity and heart, reminding us that an ‘inner fairy’ dwells within each of us. When Alexis and I when were little girls we were at our most fairy-like state – filled with wonder and pure joy. As children, it’s easy to believe that magic and unlimited possibilities exist, yet as adults we can grow cynical and world-weary. The Fairy Line offers children an opportunity to foster the positive power of the imagination and gives adults a chance to regain some of the hope and whimsy that has been lost over the years.

The ideals and qualities represented by fairies include being a good friend. A true fairy friend is considerate and thoughtful of her friend’s needs, is trustworthy of her closest secrets and will accept and love her unconditionally. That is a lot to ask of another person, which is why such genuine friendship is exceptional and should be cherished. If you are blessed to have a fairy friend in your life, be grateful and be sure to remind her just how remarkable she is to you!


Fairy Special: A unique and thoughtful way to show your fairy friend how much she means to you: Decide which of our 14 fairies reminds you most of her or which one would give her the most solace and support and send her that art card and crystal heart necklace as a token of your fairy friendship. This is a simple, fun way to spread joy to one of the most important people in your life. See the discount coupon below!