Sirpa and I have known each other for 27 years, since first grade. We don't meet all that often (we live in different cities) but when we do, it's the best. We both wore light blue jeans today - and had both just started wearing them a few days ago since it's spring again (we don't wear light blue jeans in the winter). We both had wondered how the ducks keep warm in the winter and have started to love going to bed early. We find ourselves talking a little silly with each other like we wouldn't with anyone else. I have the best laughs with her, absolutely. She knows my family and I know hers. I love our friendship that is so honest and fun and enduring and genuine, and how the years just make it better.