W had a difficult time at work yesterday. Talked on the phone with me about quitting her job, and finding a train to jump in front of as a way out of all the pain. Stuff I’ve heard before, but this time she sounded buried deep in despair. I offered her my support, and said we will talk when she gets home.
I get home first, so I always prepare dinner. I had a nice meal and a hot bath ready for her. She came in in good spirits, and we had pleasant conversation. Later, while she was in the bath, I expressed my concern for her wellbeing, and asked what I could do to help her. I allowed her to talk and when she was done said I was here for her. She thanked me.
This morning she left on vacation on her own. One of her job perks… highly discounted, all inclusive trips to warm sunny resorts. Four days relaxing on the beach. We will maintain casual contact, usually once a day. In June, we will likely be taking one of these trips together for our 31st anniversary… provided she’s still working there!
A have a weekend of projects and fun activities planned.
A Busting On we go!
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
