That is so true. GBO, it was great to meet you. So little time, so much to talk about! Looking forward to future times. PS Such adorable kids. Your son's animated smile has stayed in my mind!
Azure, Hi, just dropped it to say to see how you are doing. Looks like you are doing well. Any word on BIL? Thinking of you. Ron
My new goal #1. Find happiness and hold onto it. Forget everything else. It doesn't matter. (Happiness helpers: Respect, Friendship, Humor, Music, Passionate Sex)
Azure, Hang in there! H needs your support, just as you needed his when your father passed away. It is good to be there for each other.
Hiring the PI was a good idea. If they live in a rural area, then it could be a while before they find him. Sad that he would think to go and be alone, isn't it? Well, maybe he'll turn up on a Japanese freighter, with amnesia. LOL!
Any fun plans for the weekend? Any highlights? I'll be thinking about you. Hugs, Rae Jean
I haven't stopped in for a while - so I wanted to catch up and see how you are doing. I think of you often and always value your support and advice! You are still my hero! Totally
Thanks for dropping by. Having kind of a PMA struggling day today -- sort of drifting around rootlessly, full of vague (or not so vague) anxiety. Haven't heard from H, he's gone dark in the last 48 hours or so, but I assume there's no news. He was going to spend the day with his mom yesterday out of cell and email range, and then maybe go out-of-state on a fishing trip where he would also be out of range. I suppose I could call his mom, but I"m kind of worried about my boundaries in this whole thing. I've repeatedly offered what help I could, I guess I'll wait for H to call me if he needs anything. It's a sad, worrisome situation, and one where my role is unclear. Of course, concerned friends have been warning me away "you don't want to get enmeshed with this siutation." Not that it really matters what they say as I have learned to follow my heart and gut. But it doesn't make life any easier. Meanwhile, my dog's leg started collapsing today so I'm concerned and the vet is closed until Monday. Then there's still my dad to think about, and my anniversary in three days. I feel like there are so many topics to try to keep my mind from dwelling on.
OK! However!
Must not get too funky monkey. Must dwell on the positives so they'll expand:
* Had a great time meeting GBO last night and look forward to more get-togethers.
* It's a beautiful day and my new garde (inspired by Totally) is blossoming.
* Have a choice of not one, but two, parties tomorrow.
* Have exchanged a few emails in the last few days with an eligible friend of a friend, who is a musician and seems smart and interesting. It's nice to have someone to think about a little bit. And he lives fairly close, so if we hit it off, we could meet.
Still gladly accepting all prayers for BIL and hugs for me!
Excellent positives to focus on, m'dear! Hope you have fun at one or both parties.
I would be willing to bet H just really needs some time on his own to process this harrowing situation. And also that he has got his head on straight enough to really appreciate how you have been there when he's needed that. It must be difficult wondering what's happening on your part when you're not talking to him, though.
You have a lot on your emotional plate right now, girl. Time to be there for yourself, too.
My garden is weedy. Maybe I will take inspiration from you and go do some work tomorrow! I spent my day catching up with friends and attending a 90th birthday party for a family friend-- now that put some things in perspective for me!
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