In today's solo episode, host Marianne takes a heartfelt journey down memory lane, reflecting on the special bond between cousins who are also best friends. She shares personal childhood memories of summers spent with her cousin at her grandmother's beach house and the unique experiences they shared. Marianne highlights the deep, lifelong connection formed by cousins who grow up navigating childhood together, filled with laughter, mischief, and cherished memories.Life often gets in the way, making it difficult to maintain these treasured relationships, but Marianne urges listeners to reconnect with their cousin best friends. She explains how these friendships provide support and understanding during times of joy and adversity and how they can be rekindled to bring back the warmth and comfort of the past.If you had a cousin best friend growing up, Marianne encourages you to reach out and reconnect. Share a text, phone call, or coffee date to catch up and reminisce about those good old days. And if you didn't have that experience but have the chance to foster such relationships for your own children or grandchildren, do so—it’s a bond that lasts a lifetime.Join Marianne as she explores the unique and irreplaceable connection with cousin best friends and the joy that can be found in reconnecting and nurturing these meaningful relationships. Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content.Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...