It’s been nearly fifteen years since I last sat across from my dear friend. The last time we were together, we were both in hard places, tired, stretched thin, carrying more than we could say out loud. Our conversations were heavy, honest, tear‑stained. It was a difficult moment to part, and for a long time I wondered if that was simply where the story would end. But this week, nearly fifteen years older, with more life lived and survived, we found our way back to each other. We acknowledged the hard years, yes, but more importantly, we remembered the joy. We caught each other up on the chapters we’d missed. We shared a meal. I met the older sister I had only ever known by name. He met my husband. We talked about the world, about family, about the strange and beautiful ways life keeps moving. And somehow, time felt irrelevant. We picked up exactly where we left off, as if the thread between us had never frayed. Before we parted, we made plans for the next meeting. This time in India, at his home, where we’ll celebrate our friendship again and tell the stories that have unfolded since this reunion. I know I’ll carry the anticipation with me, just as I did all those years ago. And if life allows, his sisters and my husband will be there too, and we’ll gather as we once did, older, softer, grateful. Friendship has a way of reminding us that some connections don’t disappear; they simply wait for us to return. If you’re holding a story of reconnection, of longing, of someone who remains woven into your life even across distance, I’d love to hear what’s stirring for you today.

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@Rhimah Ajlouni and I had a lovely chat during Book Club. We talked about specific lines of the poem that spoke to our experience as women navigating life and shared stories that deepened our friendship. Those who were unable to join are welcome to join the conversation here in the community. ————————————————————————————————— 📣 Join us: Explore The Invitation by Oriah Mountain Dreamer with the Clarity Book Club 📆 When: 3rd Saturday of the month starting January 17th ⏰ Time: 11:00am CST What to do next: ✅ Go to the Calendar & add the dates to your schedule ✅ Go to the Classroom to answer all your questions about The Clarity Book Club ❓Can't make that time? Reach out to me with a time that works better for you. We may need to add an additional date and time.