I want you to know Shayla because she is just truly one of the best friends a gal can have. She checks in on me constantly, is always there to validate my feelings and reminds me that I can do hard things. She exudes kindness on a whole other level, and I like to say that Shayla is my little gift from the universe. After being on the periphery of each other’s lives through high school and university, Shayla walked into my new workplace about three months after me, which was a total surprise to both of us. I think it’s fair to say that we both got the message the universe was sending us, and we knew we were meant to be dear friends from that moment onwards.

She is there to celebrate every one of my wins, comfort the losses and entertain all the moments of boredom or restlessness in between, and I’m so grateful for her presence in my life.