Friendship

We awaken in others the same attitude of mind we hold toward them.
~Elbert Hubbard


I talked on the phone with a very dear friend last night.  Those moments are precious, and so much appreciated.  He told me that he has always seen me as a positive person and that his demeanor always changes when I am around.  I am blessed to know that I have that kind of impact on people.  Maybe his wife will be reading this blog and realize we talked, if so, tell him thank you.  


In everyone's life, at some time, our inner fire goes out.  It is then burst into flame by an encounter with another human being.  We should all be thankful for those people who rekindle the inner spirit.  
~Albert Schweitzer


While my inner fire is far from having gone out, it is these interactions with my dearest friends that keep it going.  I enjoy hearing about their lives, their kids, and the love they have for their mates.  I am thankful to be surrounded with beautiful people that care about Brian and I, and about our journey.  I am thankful for the journey that I have been on thus far, for without it I would not be the person I am today.