Catching up

I recently got a call from one of my best friends of all time.

We have not spoken in about three years. Although it may seem a bit out-of-the-blue, it seems that every couple of years one or the other of us calls to check on the other. Although I have remained friends with several people from my high school days, this is truly the one person I can say that it doesn't seem like we have missed a beat; it truly feels as if not much time has passed since we last talked.

The issue for some people? My really good friend is a guy.

Although I love my brother completely, I can honestly say I am probably closer to "Ace" than I ever thought of being with my older brother. I am sure it has some to do with the fact that my actual brother is six years older than me, and was out living his life while I was still at home testing my wings.

I was not only his friend, but also his sister's - his baby sister being significantly younger than all of us. I think both of his sisters are amazing, and he has a mom that could rival any of the women in my family for the strength, character, and the love they are known for. And his little (not anymore) boy is probably the coolest young man I know.

I spent more time following him around to rodeos, with his sister, and holding our collective breath as we waited for these eight seconds to be up.

He truly thinks I could not have married anyone better for me than my husband, which I kind of agree with him. And my husband is secure in the knowledge we have an incredible marriage where we love and respect each other.

So while I won't fill you in on all of the "stuff" going on in his life I will say we have both had a long journey this time to catch up on.

So while I am playing catch-up, I have slowed down on the reading - just a bit- and should have a review up for you soon.