I was surprised when Angie Clawson gave me
a sweater for my birthday.
I loved the sweater, but it seemed to nice a gift.
Now it was Angie's and I didn't know what to give her.
The more I thought about it, the more
I knew I wanted to give her something of value.
I began thinking of the things that have the most value to me.
I had a crazy idea.
I put it out of my mind.
Dear Angie, you're probably wondering
why I'm giving you a book like this on your birthday.
I wanted to give you something that is very precious to me.
I guess I wouldn't be a true friend
if I didn't share with you the most
important thing in my life.
I guess that in itself makes this the best
gift I could ever give.
But this book has also helped me through some of my hardest
times and brought me lots of joy-- even more important,
I know it's true.