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To the guy who apologized for not opening the door at Starbucks last week—I didn’t expect you to, as you had three coffees in your hand—

but I appreciated your consideration. 

To my friend “D,” (or shall I call you King Julien?), one of the most caring and intellectual men I’ve ever met—

I appreciate you.

To my BFF “L,” who has stayed up late with me, prayed with me, and flat out told me when I’m acting crazy—

I appreciate you.

To my friend “W,” who always opens the door and offers a fresh perspective—

I appreciate you.

To my uncles who have stepped up during the various points in my life when I needed it the most—

Gosh darnit I appreciate you.

To the priests, friars, and other male religious in my life—

Your holiness has affected me profoundly.  I appreciate you.

Christ-filled men of the world, I appreciate you!

(And I just wanted to say it…because sometimes you don’t get enough credit.)