We like to say all these words as one, because the friends we have are like family. At this point in our lives, we know what true friendship is and how you earn it. Our friends are considered family. Rich’s best friend is from elementary school and the others are from throughout his life. My closest friends are from my college years, and I admire both of them as mothers. The baby that comes into our family will be blessed, as so many in our circle have been praying for a little “ditalini” to join our family. The baby will immediately have a sister, and countless cousins and aunts and uncles! There are grandparents waiting to see another generation join us.