Last week I returned for 4 days with my childhood friends. We focused the trip on Oregon - visiting wine country, the coast, Portland and Hood River. We went white water rafting and drank plenty of good wine. It was as great as the first time I visited.
Both trips made clear the great friendships I have in my life. Similar to sisters, we have known each other for a long time. We have also celebrated marriages, babies, new homes and promotions. We have gone through divorces, illness, difficult families, job changes and relocations together. We move through life - its highs and lows - together. True friendship is unconditional and loyal. Supportive and energizing. It gives and it takes, depending on the season or the need.
Cheers to my girls and to the Northwest, friends forever.
