As I sit here updating the Chronicles, I am struck by the fact that we have good friends sprinkled throughout the country and so many of our relationships continue to flourish and grow despite distance, or time between visits. Prior to heading down to Florida this past week, we were able to gather with friends here in Colorado the day before leaving. This has happened a few times now, where I have recognized that we are hanging out with a great group of friends on the eve of a trip where we will visit more great friends. I guess the word I am looking for right now is fortunate. Not only are we fortunate to have the means to travel as we do, we have great people with whom we can surround ourselves no matter where we go. In those moments, I reflect on friends and friendships and feel truly rich and extremely thankful... it's a good life.

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