5 years ago, I broke up with my best friend of 30 years.

We lived over 1000 miles apart so I was really excited she was coming to visit. I had just moved to a new house in San Antonio, so after she arrived, I gave her the grand tour f my new digs. When we stopped at the back door, I said, "Come on out to my garden so you

can see my tomatoes."

I actually detected a hint of a sneer as she replied, "Why would I want to look at your tomatoes? I don't even like tomatoes. And besides, it's SO hot out there."

Fren-e-my: (noun)Merriam-Webster: One who pretends to be your friend but is really your enemy. A blend of friend and enemy. First added: 2009

Dictionary.com: A person that is friendly toward another because the relationship brings benefits, but harbors feelings of resentment or rivalryA person

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