Clothilde called me last night which was a treat since we don't speak very often. We met close to 20 years ago when the idea of me coming out would have been far-fetched science fiction.
She worked in the cosmetics department of The Bay department store and was beyond sweet to someone who was then painfully timid about exploring the world as myself. Her support and that of others became instrumental in me finally deciding to increasingly live authentically.
Things have changed for both of us since then but her jubilant energy remains unperturbed and her Caribbean warmth comes out in every phrase. An infectious laugh is never far behind.
People like her are what the world needs but there aren't nearly enough of them. We agreed to meet next week after almost 2 years of not seeing each other face to face and it will be as pleasant as always.
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