Friday, May 16, 2008

A Renewed Interest In Reno


Remember that week that I was renting a U-Haul to do some moving? Well, a few days earlier, I stopped by to help Tracy and Jason with loading up their stuff as they move to Reno. I really can't count on one hand the friends that I've had the longest. It could be that I'm a busy-body, a recluse, self-centered or completely inept at sustaining life-long friendships. There are some exceptions (some that are reading this right now.)

Tracy is the longest female friendship that I've retained on that previously-mentioned hand count. We were roommates for some time and saw each other through some rather bad moments... which I now consider growing pains. We've both changed immensely since then. I do consider her my second sister. Every year, I'm more and more proud of her accomplishments and she is one of the greatest examples of what self-determination and educational pursuit can achieve. I give a lot of credit to her husband Jason as they are terrific team.

Anyhow, I wanted to take a moment to post this photo up here and share a few of my friends with you. Then again, I know they read the blog here and there (so it'll really get Tray teary-eyed if she catches it.) I know that I'm not the most attentive, visible or communicative of friends but you are always in my heart and thoughts. Their daughter Sonja (and her soon to be born sibling) couldn't do better when it comes to parents. See that smile on Sonja's face in the photo above? I don't travel often but add that to a list of new reasons for a few visits to Reno.

6 comments:

Teri said...

I was going to make a comment about the life long friendships thing, but I won't :)

It was good seeing Tracy at your wedding again. She sounds like she is going to be much happier in Reno, and you know it is only an hour flight away.

Fred said...

What a great post. Other than my high school buddies, I probably have only two or three really close friends.

Unfortunately, none of them live close, so it really takes a lot of work to continue to keep in touch.

Hannah said...

Isnt it odd how some people in your life stick around forever and some resurface when you least expect it! :) Its so good to see that you are happy and doing well! Ive missed hearing from you!
Muah!

Unknown said...

It was neat seeing Tracy again as the vision of when I last saw her years ago certainly didnt match the reality of the now. Meeting her husband was a trip also.

Anonymous said...

Well, this was a nice surprise....I was just flipping through your links on the newsletter and up pops OUR faces! Hey, now I have that picture too....thanks again for the help dude.....we would have been approximately 1/3 more sore the next day! :) Come on up whenever....

Later dude...

J.

Kayla said...

Where would we be without those longtime friendships?
I'm packed many a UHaul with the help of true friends