Hi Sandi,

I enjoyed your article:

Necessary Friendships

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art29790.asp

I am retired now and actually, my hubby is my best friend - the one I can share everything with, and who is available every day! <img src="/images/graemlins/heart.gif" alt="" />

My kids are all adults and 4 of the 5 tell me that I am a friend to them - one of the kids likes to keep up the mom-child form.

My hubby inspires me to be who I am and to pursue those ideas and projects I find fulfilling. He is my best champion!