Dear Cheryl,

When I was 12, we moved to a small, mountain town. In our town there were several girls my age: Lisia, Deann, Lisa, Cheryl, Jamie, and me. Except for Jamie--who is my cousin--I've only seen these girls a small handful of times over the years. But I never forget that November 6th is Liz's birthday; I think Lisa's is November 3rd. And your birthday is January 20th.

I know this, because your birthday is on my half-birthday. We always had interviews with the bishop at the same time because he tried to visit with us every 6 months.

And today on Facebook I had a birthday wish from a friend from my youth--you!

Happy half-birthday, my friend. I have never forgotten you. (But I'm not cool on Facebook like you are!)