Apparently, according to the NY Times … your health! Of course, we already recognize our friends are so important to us and a great source of joy, but it doesn’t hurt to have some research backing it up. This rationalizes taking the time to meet for a dinner/drinks/a hike during a busy week. Enjoy!
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/21/health/21well.html?_r=1&em
xox, Catherine