Insert Play on the Word Friendship Here

A month ago I probably could have counted the people I considered "friends" on one hand. In the last week, my list has been amended. But, then I suppose a few life changes have also altered my definition of a friend.

I had always imagined a friend to be one I spend mass amounts of time with. One I call on Friday night when I'm leaving work and need to make plans. One who knows me well enough to critique me to my face, knowing it won't anger me, it will just challenge me to succeed.

This week I have felt more cared for than I have in a long time. I am reconnecting with old friends--who are so great it makes me wonder why I ever doubted them, and establishing some new friendships that seem pretty buoyant.

Of course, the handful from before are stronger than ever...

Thank you for loving me...and caring for me...and challenging me.

Wow, sappy for a time-change Sunday afternoon...