I hurried to change into my sweats and running shoes. The evening darkness was quickly shadowing down, and I didn't want to miss the colors of a cold sun setting. It had been a wonderful day, I gave Christmas Tea to my neighbors who all lived in the corner of my street. It was fun to prepare the menu and decorate the house. But my real joy came from our table conversation. I realized again the value of female relationships. Women have such endurance and resilience with life, and yet have hear ts that long to be nurtured, heard and understood. No one is immune to battles, and comfort comes in letting one another into our journeys, even if it is for the brief time of an afternoon tea. I found myself inspired and energetic, and heading out the door with Goldyn, I felt like I could run forever. . . I didn't think that the plant would really grow. It had actually been part of a floral arrangement, my former Director of Nursing ...