I just got home from dropping my wife off at the airport for her solo vacation.
As we left our neigborhood this morning, we both marveled at how beautiful the moon looked. A few moments later I asked what her plans were, what was on her "to do" list for the five nights/6 days. She said "Do some thinking." "Do some writing". She didn't offer details, and I didn't want to pry, but these first two items sounded positive to me.
"I also have a couple of books on my iPad to read." (again, I did not pry) "Try to exercise everyday." "I've been sluffing off lately, (which is true) and have been surprised that I've gotten away with it and haven't gained any weight." She went on to explain that it would be nice to not have to buy another set of in between sized clothes. Yes, my little MLC'er is still one of the most frugal persons I know. Sure she's wearing smaller sized trendy new clothes, (and looks quite hot doing it, I might add) but she refuses to spend big money on them. She tells me about all the bargains she finds, like the new $5 swim suit bottoms she bought for this trip. Maybe she doesn't need a top at this resort? haha.
Her all inclusive resort also offers free unlimited phone calls. She named off several of the people she intends to contact and catch up with. Told me about some of their recent, or not so recent interactions together. Said she would call me too.
She also planned to visit the nearby town to do some shopping. Said there is a boat available to get there, but that she also thought it was walkable. Asked me what bottle of liquor I wanted her to pick up for me.
We then talked about some other things, like the weird phobia's some people have. How her close friend J can't ride in the back seat of a car or an elevator without freaking out. I told her about the dream I had last night of her Mom opening a present and commenting about the items contained. I missed the exit to her terminal and had to loop around one more time. This didn't upset her in the slightest, like I feared it would have a while back. Overall we had a very pleasant and comfortable conversation and time together.
As I was unloading her bags from the back of the car, she was saying goodbye to our dog. Then, much to my surprise, she initiated a hug with me! The first in over 7 months. Yes I know it doesn't mean much, and yes I know I can't allow it to get my hopes up, but it happened and it's something! ...dances away on the clouds...
M: A really long time. Crisis: 5 years. She's still worth it.
Life is never made unbearable by circumstances, but only by lack of meaning and purpose. -Viktor Frankl
