I am pretty sure that I will be the only person interested in what I have to say... I guess I am truly jealous of anyone that has their 15 minutes of fame (read: reality television shows), but I cannot be edited by big corporations to fit their story lines. I would say or sell their products, but maybe I can get a sponsor.
Monday, July 31, 2006
Have I Become an Idiot?
Apparently I have become and idiot. I can't manage to do much of anything in the right way lately. If I think I have got it right, it will only really mean later that it is all wrong. Couldn't be any more wrong sometimes. If it wasn't for being wrong, I wouldn't be anything.
I decided that I have been acting like I am the only person who has ever had a 15 year class reunion. Get over it. I could if only I hadn't found two silver, not gray, silver hairs on Sunday morning. I caught the glint of them on the top of my head as I was passing by. I was mortified. I actually stopped and stared for what seemed like and hour. I had always told myself that I wouldn't die my hair, I would get older gracefully. I didn't think I would find myself head-to-head with my own reflection plucking silver hair from my head.
If you can't tell, I have a hard time with getting older. I don't like it. Not a bit, my Friend. Better? Sure. I think I am better than I was at 23, certainly. From my view though Friend, better to be 28 and a little bit smarter than this. I'd take 28 again in a heartbeat. Where are you 28? You were so unremarkable at the time, yet now I would take you back!
So we are at Paul's house right now, they are getting ready to paint. I will say this, I am glad it is them and not us! It has been fun living close to friends. I hope that they are not sick of us yet.
It has been an interesting week professionally speaking. Just when you think you know all the answers, you don't. I remember thinking about 10 years ago that life would be a bit easier. It is in some ways. I know for a fact that what would put me into a tizzy 5 years ago wouldn't phase me today. I have learned to learn in life.
Dan's parents are coming for a visit. They will be our first overnight guests. I am a little anxious, not in a bad way, just you know, anxious.
Lots to look forward to this month as always, and lots to keep me busy at work.
I have exactly 2 days to decide if I will attend my 15 year high school reunion. The answer will likely be "yes." I have told at least 2 friends that I will be there. Just wondering if someone has somewhere else that I should be on September 22nd?
DB and I went golfing this evening. I got my first ever par. I was pretty excited. I shot a 67... my best score... not a tough course... but then again I am not very good.
We have had plenty happening since my last entry. We have been to Port Washington, Green Bay and many points in between.
Good News: Laura is expecting, I am feeling good, Life is fun Bad Deals: Loved ones getting older, loved ones getting sicker. It's a bad deal and unfortunately it is the way it goes. I have a saying though. God gives you what you need or he makes your back stronger.
I had occasion to visit with Nancy last night. She's a very sweet lady. I went to see her because she would know what I was after. She knew of course. Nancy is my friend Leah's Mom. I felt much more settled after spending a bit of time with her.
There are so many wonderful things happening, I don't want to dwell on the negative. It does hurt though to see what kind of effects an illness can have on a loved one and how it can affect your family. My brother and his wife and his children for that matter are very special, my other brother does well too. My Mom and Fred do their share as well. I love my family.
I want to put a roast on the grill. Actually it is meant to be a brisket, but I don't want to ruin a cut of meat like that. So, I will work my way up to brisket via a small shoulder roast.
I am here letting my buddy Mylo out again, he's a good boy.
We are settling into our home, little by little, by and by.
It's good to see and hear from old friends. I miss them.
I just have been going through boxes of "treasures." Treasures are things that I just can't bear to part with. It's mostly cards and letters, things that other people have written for me... lots of pictures too. I have letters from friends that are well over 10 years old. Those things help me to know that I have made good decisions in my friendships... some not so good. I didn't always know... and I am still learning. You know, friendships can be with relatives too... I need to do better at those. People are most important.
Without our buds down the block we wouldn't have any cool way to use the web. Plus, when we come here, we get to hang out with Mylo for awhile. I know that I have been less than stellar on keeping up here, but we have no Internet and may not have any until August when broadband comes to our town.
The last few months have been exciting. We purchased our first home, I purchased my first new car. We've been moving, cleaning, organizing, throwing stuff away. All of that good stuff.
I have also been trying desperately to stay cool with family and friends. Those are the folks who matter most. Each day I realize that more and more.
Here's an example or two. A few weeks ago I attended the wedding of a friend from college. She is amazing. She's endured more than her share of bumps in the road. Strength and character aren't nearly strong enough words. I am fortunate to have been there to celebrate with her.
Here's another example. While visiting my friend Leah in Green Bay I got to spend time with her oldest daughter. I loved it. She is just barely 3. My reward? After lunch on July 4th, the young lady said to me, "Thank you, my friend."
