I met Thomas in the fall of 2005 on the #5 Fulton. And after the November 2005 election and political cat fights, I wasn't sure we'd make it as friends when we had seemed like such peas in a pod. That was, of course, until we got reunited again... on the bus. And the rest, as they say, is history. Thomas is the sort of friend you want there when it is rough, but you especially want to share the good times with. He's a total dork, and I love that about him. He pushes all of my hot buttons with that blue collar, feminist, educated, liberal, kinky, sexiness. But the joy I've had this year is watching my great friend fall in love. Beautiful.

I had the pleasure of meeting Thomas in such a random situation, which really, says a lot about us individually. He is a charming blend of feminism, hedonsim and compassion. He is a great friend when you need a partner in crime, a non-judgemental ear or a warm hug. I'm lucky he is a part of my life.