Recently I have done a lot of thinking about my friends.  Some are new friends and some are friends I have had for years.  As I think of these women I am so thankful for each one of them.  Each of you have added to my life in so many ways.  One of my writing activities in my workshops is to write a letter to someone who has made a difference in your life.  Today I dedicate my blog to my friends who are like family to me.  Even if I don’t keep in touch as well as I should, know that you are my friend and you are special to me.  I want to encourage all of you out there to think of some special friends in your life and thank them for being there for you…