I love going out to lunch with a group of good friends. I love the laughter and closeness. I love giggling over drinks and catching up with what each of us has been doing with our summer.

Today there were nine of us – our ages range from 20s to 60s – but we share so much. We work together, care about each other, call each other when the chips are down, look out for each other’s children, cover each other’s classes, go on vacations together, and care about each other.

I’m lucky to have them.

Not long ago a cousin was telling me about her new job and she said something I found interesting. She said “I don’t LOVE my job – it’s a good one and the money is great. I like my job, but not very many people have what you have – you actually love your job.”

These women – the ones I giggled with today – they are a huge reason I love going to work every day.

I’m a lucky ducky!

Peace