Starting this podcast was a big adventure for two best friends. Kim and Tricia have been friends for over 25 years. Their friendship began in Mrs. Carpenter’s 10th grade English class where by chance Kim sat behind Tricia. Tricia was a bit of a goody two-shoes and Kim a little more on the wild side. This chance seating came in handy as Kim asked Tricia to move her elbow so she could cheat off of her on a spelling test. The joke was on Kim because Tricia is a terrible speller, but a great friendship began. Kim has always been great with the one-liners and that would prove early in their friendship. It was winter in Florida, so probably around 50 degrees. Tricia mentioned to Kim that since she’d been wearing pants all week she hadn’t shaved. Kim told her, girl you need to clean that up because “you never know.”. That one phrase has gone on to become the theme of their friendship. Like most things in high school, their friendship grew apart after graduation and they lost track. As fate would have it again they ran into each other ten years later at the Twistee Treat with their children. The friendship didn’t pick up where it left off but merely a hello and good to see you. A few weeks later a mutual friend invited them both over for a Wednesday night. That’s where it all began again. There was plenty of Wednesday night weakness packed full of shenanigans, but most importantly just chatting with your best friend. They have raised their children together and gone on vacations and shared in many a milestone. Their kids are finally in the ten grade and ironically are in 10th grade Spanish class together. Time doesn’t define friendships, but your commitment does. Kim and Tricia’s friendships grew stronger when they both got married a few years ago. Kim, always the party planner and executor, was Tricia’s saving grace on wedding day. She made sure if there was a hiccup Tricia never knew. A few months later Tricia was able to return the favor and be that person that calmed her nerves, told her no, “that's not a good idea”, was by her side when she needed her and behind the scenes when she didn’t know she needed her. Don’t let this friendship love story fool you thought. Kim and Tricia do not always agree. It isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. However, when you have so many years of history behind you and a strong foundation, you can tell your friend how it is. Kim and Tricia hope that you enjoy the stories of their crazy adventures in friendship, marriage, raising kids, work and life. Because with Kim and Tricia you never know.
