This week marks the end of more than a decade of California living. Our dear friend, Sonya, is moving back to North Carolina. On one hand, we are incredibly sad; though we will always be friends, this move presents a challenge for getting together. On the other hand, we are truly happy for Sonya; she is moving back to be closer to family and long-time friends – it helps that she has a handsome man waiting for her.
This evening our family of four met Sonya in San Francisco for dinner. We met at an Ethiopian restaurant in the Mission. We chatted, ate and reminisced.
We said our very tearful goodbyes outside the restaurant, but before Daddy and Sonya started crying like babies, Sonya told Christopher to keep his red hair. “It’s beautiful”, she said. With excitement he replied, “I have my Mommy’s hair.” I got a little choked up…it didn’t help that I was about to bid adieu to Sonya.
We wish you the best, Sonya!
What a lovely note to and about a dear friend.
Love you all, G-Dot.