Second Wind

I got over my little tantrum...LOL!! Caught my second wind...or at this point it is likely by 200th wind. It was overwhelming to have to deal with so many illnesses and calamities all at once. I don't know if it is our age...50 something...and now everyone's parents are ailing and we are also falling apart...or if it is the internet and the speed with which we hear about what is happening and the sheer volume of info.

25 years ago, we only knew what we were told. People kept illness a secret. Newspapers reported on significant deaths and Joe Blow was only mentioned in the local paper.

We are in touch with so many people through social media that we know immediately what everyone else is going through. It is good and bad. Personally, I would not change a thing. It just sucks when a lot is happening at once.

I have a nice vacation coming up. Spending a week with my daughter and with my dear friend Shiela is something I really need.

Kaila and I can be like oil and water...much like my own mom and I. The perils of the interaction of two strong-willed women. :) Again, I would not change a thing. Kaila and I will have some quality time together and although I have seen more of her this year than her brother who lives 40 minutes away, it is very nice to have this opportunity.

Shiela was my room-mate for one semester in college. I could not find a place to rent, so she invited me to share her basement apartment. Well...that was an education!! I learned to love Backgammon, sang some Scottish ditties, listened to lots of George Jones country songs, and got hooked on the Young and the Restless.

I also learned to appreciate heat. We could see our breath in that apartment!! Shiela became a wonderful friend and although we drifted apart for several years, we have always been there for each other when needed. We have seen each other a handful of times in the past 20 years so I am very excited to spend a week catching up. I am sure there will be some Scottish ditties sung before the end of the week!!

My Auntie Mary had a canary

Up the leg of her drawers

It would'na come doon for half a croon

Or a note from Santy Claus

 

Auntie Mary had a canary
Up the leg of her drawers
When she farted it departed
To a round of applause

Well, I just wanted to check in and let you know how much I appreciate the support and love you have sent my way. We all need a little boost now and then, and you never fail me when I really need it. Thank you. I love you.

Linda xo