Exploring one of life's most valuable gifts
A couple of weeks ago, we brought home Frankie, one of my friend Tracy’s beloved cats. Tracy loved her two cats Frankie and Henry, and her husband Doug, more of a dog guy, knew that loving Tracy meant opening his home and heart to her cats as well. During Tracy’s final weeks, the normalcy and... Continue Reading →
When my neighbor recently asked me where I get my dog groomed, I hesitated to answer. I wanted to help out her and her dog, of course, as well as the groomer who might appreciate additional business. But, I have been bitten (so to speak) a few times in the past by sharing with friends... Continue Reading →
Despite the 900+ miles that separate us, Sara and I usually try to connect at least once a week. Sometimes talking, more often texting, we find ways to stay closely connected. But nothing replaces the quality time enjoyed with a friend in person. We both realized we were long overdue for a few days of... Continue Reading →
On this last day of 2023, The Language of Friendship team would like to thank you for exploring friendship with us. Whether you've liked or commented on our posts, or even just quietly enjoyed them, we appreciate your companionship and look forward to continuing our journey with you. As we look ahead to 2024, we... Continue Reading →
While November signals the start of the holiday season for most people, here at Language of Friendship, we tend to think of November as birthday season. Sara shared last year that our LOF editorial team, and even her dog Winnie, all have birthdays within the same week! And despite how busy life gets, birthdays provide... Continue Reading →
I am a cat person. I like dogs too, but it was a cat who kept me company during my years of teen angst in the 1980s, another cat who was my steadfast companion during my divorce when I only had my boys 50% of the time, and three small cats who turned my house... Continue Reading →
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