10/05/2026
I met Trey and Barbara somewhere around 15, 16, maybe 17 years ago. At this point, none of us needs to do the math, the actual number is irrelevant.
They came into my life during one of the hardest periods I’ve ever been through, and Trey, in particular, played a real part in helping me heal and move forward. Since then, life has done what life does. They’ve raised two beautiful kids into young adults, we’ve all had our share of chaos, and we don’t get to see each other nearly as often as we want.
But we keep up. We stay connected. And every time we’re together there is joy.
So when they called out of the blue and suggested lunch, I cleared the calendar.
I’m glad I did.
We laughed, caught up, ate too much, and somehow a couple of hours disappeared way too quickly.
They are two of the sweetest, kindest, most remarkable people I know, and their friendship has been a gift in my life for a very long time.
So yes, Trey and Barbara, you’re officially being moved into the "I need you on a more regular visit rotation" era of life.
My soul craves the joy you two bring with you.
Love you both. So much.