I came out of the cold, gray Saturday into the eatery, knowing I was a few minutes late to meet Deni. A quick look around, and there she is, a huge smile on her face. She’s tall and striking, dressed in a deep red sweater, lipstick the same color, with her face as bright and welcoming as Christmas lights.

Ahhhh.

She has that effect. Two and a half hours later, I have to go, to take care of those Saturday errands. But I feel so much more alive than before. What a terrific friend she is!!!