“Thank you for being a friend…”

These familiar words sung over a catchy piano vamp may have you thinking of the classic 1980’s TV comedy, “The Golden Girls.” The on-screen friendship the four stars of this show shared over seven seasons is the same kind of friendship I have with my best friend, Charlotte Avery. The laughter and tears we’ve shared has sustained us for over 20 years now. She has encouraged me when the bottom seemed to fall out of my life and has reminded me of who I am during moments when I lost my way. When I was asked to collaborate on a meditation in honor of Palentine’s Day (Pal-entine, get it?) I couldn’t help but think of my favorite Golden Girl. So, here’s to you, Charlotte!

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