Lifelong Friends


My girlfriend Talibah and I have been friends for over twenty years. We met in college freshman year and became fast friends. Our friendship has passed the test of time and although we spent many years living in different cities and barely kept up with each other's lives, when I moved to Atlanta I looked for her. Initially with a little bit of apprehension because so many years had gone by but we chatted several times by email and skype, had discussions about things that transpired years ago and after tears, laughs and smiles realized that as women our friendship was even stronger than it was when we were mere children (although when we were in college we just KNEW we were grown).

Talibah and I have coached each other - she looks to me for advice about social media and I look to her for advice on just about everything. She knows many of my most personal feelings, desires and fears and I am so honored to call her a friend and have her in my corner. We live about an hour away from each other so we get together infrequently but usually chat weekly on skype so we see each other's faces. We've been long past due a in person get together so I invited her to break bread with me to catch up in real life.

We met at Einstein's Bagels and discussed everything from healthy food choices to directions for our businesses and it was amazing. Although the time went by too quickly (having my toddler who is full of energy along kept our meeting brief) it was so much fun spending time with my sister friend. Talibah, we really need to plan at least a monthly meeting. Hugs and kisses are not quite the same when they are virtual! My sisterfriend, Talibah - I love you and can't wait to see you again.



Have a special loved one you want to spend time with?
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GIVEAWAY

And to share the love, I have a $25.00 Einstein's Bagel's Giftcard (can also be used at Noah's) for one of my readers! All you have to do is answer this question:

If you win the giftcard, who would you share a meal with and why are they special to you?

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Please leave a separate comment for each method of entry. Contest open until 11 PM April 9, 2010.

Good Luck!

Disclosure - this post is sponsored by Einstein's Bagels.

Comments

Anonymous said…
I would share this with my friend Janice because we have been friends since 2nd grade.

rhoneygtn at yahoo dot com
Anonymous said…
Tweeted: http://twitter.com/rhoneygee/status/11521298379

rhoneygtn at yahoo dot com
agordon10 said…
my kids because there is noone in the world i like to share my time with.
Amber said…
I would share a meal with my mom, dad and little brother because I love them more than anyone else in the world!
Thank you for the giveaway :)
hurdler4eva(at)gmail(dot)com
mverno said…
MY HUSBAND HES MY SOUL MATE AND BEST FRIEND AND I LOVE HIM DEARLY
mverno@roadrunner.com
Cindy said…
I would share it with my coworkers. They work hard and deserve something nice!
Stephanie said…
would share with my son because the time we have together is precious
tvollowitz at aol dot com
llinda29 said…
I would you share a meal with my husband because he is such a dear
Brent said…
My Wife and my son. The most important people on the planet to me.
Jennifer C. said…
I would get breakfast to share with my parents when they come to visit!

jennifercausby at hotmail dot com
Jennifer C. said…
I tweeted. http://twitter.com/JCausby/status/11561262192

jennifercausby at hotmail dot com
Ms. Anita said…
If I win, I'd share this with my sister. She's special to me because she's been there for me and is more than just a sister... she's my friend. :)
roseinthemorning [at] gmail [dot] com
Ms. Anita said…
I tweeted...

http://twitter.com/HSBSuzanne/status/11563405694

roseinthemorning [at] gmail [dot] com
Unknown said…
I would share it with my partner because she loves bagels. We are inseparable and have been for almost 10 years.
Unknown said…
I would share it with my partner because she loves bagels. We are inseparable and have been for almost 10 years.
dlhaley said…
I would go out to eat with my daughter, whos in college and my husband.
Unknown said…
I would share this with my daughter, she is in college and I am so proud of her
singermagic1(at)yahoo(dot)com
Tina said…
If I won, I would share this with my boyfriend! We love Noah's bagels! We walk there every Tues with the dogs and get bagels with lox!
clc408 said…
I'd share with my mom because she always shares with me.
marcia goss said…
I would share the meal with my son Tim. He has accomplished a lot since graduating from college and I'm really proud of him.
marcia.goss@gmail.com
marcia goss said…
Tweeted.
http://twitter.com/mgoss123/status/11587268542
marcia.goss@gmail.com
Alison said…
I'd share with my friend Liis to recreate eating bagels in NYC together.
Alison said…
I'd share with my friend Liis to recreate eating bagels in NYC together.
Pricousins said…
I'd share this with my friend Debbie because we lost touch for a couple of years and recently started talking regularly again. I Miss her!

pricousins at aol dot com
Pricousins said…
Tweet: http://twitter.com/pricousins/status/11608732931
Min K said…
I'll share it with my wonderful husband. He's the best!
Min K said…
I tweeted (mkvegas)
cstironkat said…
I would share with my husband of 22 years. He works so hard and is one most talented people I know. He can fix just about anything and he helps me with my widowed father. I appreciate his love and support.
cstironkat said…
I tweeted http://twitter.com/cstironkat/status/11620564668
Karen P said…
I would share it with Geoff because he has a kind heart.
sweepmom said…
I would share a meal with my best friend Rox. Shi is special because she is a great listener.
Laurah said…
I would share a meal with my mom, who is my best friend and inspiration.
K. Rock said…
Nobody but the hubs cuz he is the most wonderful person that I know.
Beautiful story and great contest!!


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Jenni
ohstac said…
I would share a moment with my mom & sister because we're best buddies!
ohstac said…
tweet
http://twitter.com/ohstac/status/11670374068
mogrill said…
I would share a meal with my hubby because we never get enough of spending time together.
Thanks for the chance.
mogrill@comcast.net
AEKZ2 said…
I'd share this with my kids because they love bagels.
Jessica said…
I would share with my husband because he shares everything with me!
jjak2003 at gmail dot com
Jessica said…
I tweeted
http://twitter.com/jjak2003/statuses/11731246561
jjak2003 at gmail dot com
Leslie said…
I'd share some leisurely breakfast with my sweetheart, because he's my favorite person in the world.
tattwo said…
I would share with my in-laws when they come to visit. We just moved far from them and we can't wait until the come for a visit. Thanks.
Anonymous said…
I'd have to give this to my dad. He always runs down to Noah's Bagels and brings back yummy bagels and coffee for me the whole family on rainy spring days!
(panicxduh@yahoo.com)
Cujo hmb said…
If I win the giftcard, I'd share a meal with my wife and kids who mean the most to me in this world.
hmb@fortaj.com
Cujo hmb said…
Tweet -http://twitter.com/HMB99/status/11763357540
hmb@fortaj.com
Heather said…
I would have lunch with my mother and son - my two favorite people!

rsbryswrrl at gmail dot com
jennem said…
My daughter. She is my sweet potato, and we always need more time together.
Jennifer, jennem22 at yahoo dot com
Hotsnotty2 said…
My mom, she's an amazing person who always put others' needs before her own, thanks!

Hotsnotty2@hotmail.com
Bee's Go Buzz said…
i would share it with my hubby. for giving me a beautiful baby girl.

akarau27@gmail.com
Anonymous said…
If I win the giftcard, I'd share a meal with my hubby and kids who mean the most to me in this world.
renski17@fortaj.com
Anonymous said…
Tweet - http://twitter.com/Facetwit17/status/11821764779
renski17@fortaj.com
Unknown said…
I would share a meal with my sister. She's also my best friend. Thanks.

president(dot)peaches(at)hotmail(dot)com
C said…
I'd share it with my roommate, who's special to me because she's my best friend :)

kaleidoscopequeen at gmail dot com
Valancia said…
I'd like to share with my dear old lady friend pat who is 86 because shes a widow and so nice to me
I would share it with my children because I don't often have a chance to have breakfast with them.

rebecca.bibbs@gmail.com
Melodic Mom said…
I'd share it with my husband and daughter because I love getting to have time with both of them together.
Melodic Mom said…
I tweeted: http://twitter.com/MelodicMom/statuses/11851659249
flychild7 said…
I would share this with my mom. She is special to me because she is supportive, loving and the kindest person I know

ctazie@aol.com
Erica C. said…
I'd take my grandmother. We don't really go out just us often. She'd really like this.
Jinxy and Me said…
I would share with my mom because she is always so supportive.

nesta 67 {at} live dot com
Jinxy and Me said…
tweet http://twitter.com/ThriftyJinxy/status/11860152255
Unknown said…
with my buddy cause he doesn't have a job right now
chazvgo said…
I would share it with my husband and two boys because I love ALL 3 of them more than anything else in the world :)
chazvgo said…
I tweeted :)
http://twitter.com/chazvgo/status/11869561486
susan1215 said…
I'd share this this my husband and 2 children.
susan1215 said…
http://twitter.com/susan1215/status/11888704339
Trisha D said…
i would take my boss, he took me out last time and now its my turn!@!!
Trisha D said…
tweeted, http://twitter.com/whitetrashtrish/status/11891101323
Jennifer Neal said…
I would share with my mom, we don't see each other enough!
Bob said…
I'd share with my girlfriend, she lives right by one.
Pamela S said…
I would share it with my daughter who is away at college. She works so hard and is in honors biochemistry. There's an Einstein near her dorm and she would think it was such a treat if I came to visit and we ate at Einsteins. I could even get some goodies for her to take back to the dorm!! Thanks so much! pamelashockley(AT)netscape(DOT)net
mail4rosey said…
I would share it with my husband because he's never tried Einstein's Bagels, and I know he'd love them!!

msurosey@yahoo.com
Schmoolander said…
I would share a meal with my wife and son. They mean everything to me, and they both love Einstein's Bagels!
Schmoolander said…
I sent a tweet about your contest as Schmoolander here http://twitter.com/Schmoolander/status/11907182063
Brian E. said…
Thanks for the giveaway...I would share a Sunday morning brunch with some good friends, Howard & Liz and their daughters, who helped me greatly when I moved to a new city a few years ago.

senorpiero [at] yahoo [dot] com
Brian E. said…
Tweeted: http://twitter.com/brianpiero/status/11908458766

senorpiero [at] yahoo [dot] com
annemarie562000 said…
I would share this with my boyfriend and his daughter because I love them!

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Kim Benton said…
I would take my Mom, Kids & Grandbabies to a park & have Breakfast there with some Orange Juice & Bagels. We never have time for breakfast together so this would be a perfect gift to share with them. Thanks so much for this offer :)
lilyk said…
I would share a meal with my friend. He's so special to me because he is very nice and kind.

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