death of an old friend

my friend has been with me through thick and thin, summer and winter, town and country, chic and country. i thought a while about buying my shirt--50 dollars which was a lot for a denim shirt 10 years ago. but it had little brown piping around the cuffs, pocket flaps and collar. it was soft and had a worn friendly look. after going by it several times i finally gave in and got it. it has gone over dresses and jammies. i am wearing it right now. the edges are all frayed and there are holes in the pockets and the cuffs have started to break away from the sleeves. i might have to patch it and see if i can wear it a little bit longer. going to have to look for a replacement. sigh