Dear Nike + iPod,

I love you so much. I’m telling you the same thing I’ve told my children: As soon as I had you, I couldn’t remember what I ever did without you. I love the way you tell me how far I’ve run and how far I have to go in your soothing lilt. You tell me my pace, always without judgement, and for that I’ll always love you. When you say, no, exclaim that I’ve made it to my half-way point, I know you’re cheering me on and I can hear the smile in your voice. I would go gay for you, Nike+iPod.

A special thank you to Bryan for having the wisdom to give my beloved Nike+iPod to me for our anniversary on April 13th instead of waiting 3 entire weeks until my birthday. Stay cool, Bryan.