Friendship

Today Brett had a friend over, which caused quite a buzz among the other Heinisch children.  It has been quite a long time since Brett invited anyone to our home.  He has a lot of friends through church, drama, band and Knights, but he hasn't really asked to have a visitor in awhile.  I believe that is because every since Brett was out of middle school he's kept his friends at arms length.  I can't say that I blame him.  In sixth grade one of his two best friends and his longest friend moved to North Carolina.  They did a lot together and he really missed him.  His next closest friend moved away after seventh grade.  Another friend died unexpectedly his eighth grade year and another of his closest friends that he had known since birth just stopped coming around.  When Brett found out the Spring of his Freshmen year that someone that he ate lunch with everyday his sixth grade year committed a murder, I believe he decided to take a break from close attachments.

Thus, up until now he was content to be extremely involved in various organizations, hanging outwith his siblings, and texting with Anastsia dozens of times a day.  I was glad, however, that he went outside his comfort zone and invited Michael over.  He is a great person that both boys know from Academic Superbowl. They had an awesome  time playing Chess, Monopoly, talking about school in the fall and checking out their favorite videos on YouTube.  The other Heinisch children enjoyed him as well, so it was a great fit.  Sounds like Brett invited another friend over next week.  Proud of Brett for reaching outside his comfort zone.  Life is not always easy, but it is a lot more fun with friends by your side!