Michael

One of my closest friends lives in Austin. We have been friends for about 10 years. She is quite an extraordinary person. To quote David Crosby speaking about CSN&Y, “We’ve had our ups and downs, but we’re still playing together.”

I have never been tested more than with this relationship. And you know what? I wouldn’t change one thing. It has been an amazing ride. As I look back over the years, I can only smile, from ear to ear.

We talked until 3:00 in the morning this last Friday. It’s funny. I don’t get tired during these late night conversations. In fact, I get engerized. The topics are always interesting. We know each other so well and trust each other so completely that we easily slip into having fun.

Over the years as we have individually gone through intense struggles. We have always been there to support each other without fail. She knows that she can call me anytime. And I can do the same.

It is really hard to imagine life without her. I feel very fortunate for this friendship. Accepting someone completely and getting the same in return is an experience that is hard to put into words. The freedom one gets from complete acceptance by another is not measurable.

Kim, Thank you for the gift that you are. Don’t change a thing! Unless, of course, you want to.

I look forward to many more years of being your friend.

Michael