Evelyn Dove Coleman: Friends are Forever
Friends Are Forever
When I was a Freshman in college, I met a classmate from Raleigh named Winnona Swayze. We hit it off and were friends with another Freshman from Hillsborough named Deborah Sarita Cathcart. We all had other pals we knew, but we three had a special connection. Today, 53 years later, we are still friends who stay in touch across the miles.
Life happens. And for every milestone or experience, loss, or joy, we try to be there for each other. And, if there is an event we hear about that we think the other might enjoy, we pass that information along. When you have known someone since you were new young adults, you can pretty much guess what they would like.
Recently, I shared the link to the Black & White Ball for the International Civil Rights Center and Museum in Greensboro with Winnona. She reported that she enjoyed herself so much and was moved by the remembrance of the Greensboro Sit-Ins 65 years ago. The highlight of her evening seemed to be meeting the esteemed Earl Jones, co-founder of the Museum 15 years ago. She sat at a table with several Deltas, and they vowed to get together soon at a new Jazz Spot in Greensboro.
She took a zillion pictures to keep precious memories. At a time when we all need a little joy, I am glad to be able to view those snapshots, the next best thing to being there. I love the song, "New Friends But Keep the Old. One Is Silver And One Is Gold."
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