“A great friendship was like a great work of art, he thought. It took time and attention, and a spark of something that was impossible to describe. It was a happy, lucky accident, finding some kindred part of yourself in a total stranger." - Elise Broach I made a connection with the best person in my life 5 years, 2 days and almost 4000 miles ago. As time goes by we get better and what we have grows stronger. I love him for never giving up on us and always having hope. I saw him just last month when I went to visit, but it's the days and weeks after we see each other that really make my heart hurt. I long for times when I won't have to say goodbye at the airport security gate anymore unless I know I am going home to him. When we first met, I would imagine what it would be like 5 years in. It is less like my daydreams, but the reality is just as beautiful. He contributes to me being happier than I have been in a long time. On Friday, I just smiled all day. I was beaming inside because I felt I had achieved something good. I wish I could have spent the day with him . Like the pic says "I'd do anything to just to hold your hand". That is all I wanted to do. To be with the one person who makes me laugh and feel genuinely loved (he tells me everyday). We acknowledged the day in a very low key way (which is our style). I have watched us grow and mature so much in a short space of time. It is awesome to be part of something positive in both of our lives. This one is for the long haul, I feel it. It feels great. He really is my kindred. 💋