I can’t believe I have known and loved you for 7 years now. Other than family, that’s a record for me. I know we sometimes go long periods without seeing/talking to each other, but every time that happens I’m still thinking about you and carrying you in my heart. I hope in 7 more years I will still be able to say I know you, and I love you. Thanks for being you.
—Char
This article appears in Nov 19-25, 2009.