Extra Special

I had a great tender moment with Joel yesterday.  We attend so many receptions together. Literally. We're always there, together, supporting our friends in their Happily-Ever-After-Party.  There was one last night.  The tender moment was not at the reception per say but it was the moments walking from the car to the reception.  He had told me about a girl that he thought was interested in him.  I asked what he thought and he gave me his answer.  But then he said "What do you think Kate?" and usually he doesn't ask me...so up front. He'd ask a few other questions to get my vibe but on this occasion he asked "What do you think Kate?" I replied "Does it matter what I think?" and he said "Of course it matters, you're my best friend".

Now I know that is so cheesy and I've known that's what our relationship is.  I feel like he thinks it but never says that out loud.  "You're my best friend". To hear those words made me feel...extra special.