Rachel, XT, Smesh, KT and Elaine spontaneously got together to take me out for my birthday last night to OSHA Thai. It's getting more difficult to get together spontaneously as we get older and our priorities shift and change. It's definitely not Sex in the City for us anymore, but I can't imagine my life without these women. It was perfect, mellow, sweet and we were all in great spirits and talking about the good old days. Life is changing for all of us, as life does - and more and more, these dinners and get togethers have more significance in my life. I treasure my friendships, and the times we all put together for each other. I know I'll always make time for these women. We were truly missing a huge piece last night - as we all left XT messages on her phone - her birthday is in 2 days!
I reflect on my life today - and can't believe how fortunate I've been to have met all these women who are now such an integral part of my life. It's difficult to imagine who I'd be without them. I have such a charmed life, good friends, a great partner, and now this little girl coming into our lives. I've had my share of challenges, but they don't seem so bad when you have great friends to share the burden and the joys. Life is damn good.
Martini was a sport and showed off her knees and elbows to all who would touch the belly. I think they are still in shock that I'm the first to have a baby. Even I am surprised myself. Life has an interesting way of changing things on you, especially to a planner like me.
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I love how you included saying XT was part of getting together spontaneously for your birthday, I don't know that you meant it, but I know she was there in spirit! It's so great that you're marking all these little occasions so we can remember the time spent, because you know how all our brains are going!
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