Meet Manny Treeson.

My heart does a little happy dance when I think of Manny. We’ve known each other a LONG time. I met him in 10th grade at auditions for The Crucible. We were both cast in the show and became fast friends. He lived just a few blocks from my house and we’d walk to and from rehearsals together. (In our senior year, I remember

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On Fridays, I’m going to introduce you to my friends–one at a time.

I’m going to do this because I believe when we are introduced to someone with words from the heart, they become a part of our community. Our community grows. Our circle of care extends.

So, I’m going to introduce you to people I love. And it may inspire you. You may have something to offer.

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Writing Friend Friday has been incredibly satisfying. I love thinking deeply about my pals and sharing a small sketch that introduces them to my community. I also love that it’s been working! People are connecting. Solutions offered. Curiosity sparked!

I thought it would be a good moment now 6 months into Friend Friday to do a little update. A few of the friends I’ve already written about are doing great things

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Meet Kath and Stace. And forgive the nostalgic photos. I couldn’t help myself. Stace is in the pink in our prom picture. And Kath is in the Tuxedo. I’m in my oh-so-cool Unique Boutique 1940′s vintage prom ensemble.

The other picture is from Kath’s 18th birthday party. Stace is drinking TAB!

I’ve known Kath and Stace for almost 30 years. Eeee-gad. I want to

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Meet Juliana Bellinger. Isn’t that a great name? I love it. Her students have called her Miss B and Bells over the years. Her 11 nieces and nephews when they were little called (and call) her “ooliana.”  I call her Jules or Jul.

Juliana is an actress and a teacher extraordinaire. She is smart, smart, smart and hugely funny. She is keen and insightful and has a

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Meet Holly Burrell.

I’ve known Holly for about 10 years and love her oodles.

I want to invite you to a dinner party at her house. She’ll open the door and you’ll meet a pair of the kindest eyes you’re likely to see anytime soon. She’ll welcome you with open arms and a huge smile. You’ll find yourself laughing almost immediately.

She’ll be dressed simply but the details will

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