Boon Companion

Recently, my boyfriend and I have broken up. While we were together, he gaveme the amazing gift of an iPod with an inscription in the back. For theselast couple of weeks, I've considered the inscription to be unfortunate.Recently,though,I find it to be very true, insightful, and even slightlyforeshadowing to our situation.

The inscription reads, "A part time lover, boon companion the rest, forever."

Thatis all very true. We were lovers - great lovers - for a time. Though we maynot be lovers any longer, we remain friends. We remain 'boon companions',I hope, forever.

To my crazy Professor: I love you for everythingthat you were, are, and will be to me. Thank you for everything that youtaught me over this past year. The lessons have been invaluable. Thank you.