I was invited to a poetry reading event at Ari’s school where he will read the poem he wrote, Prose Were The Days. Unfortunately, it is during the week at 6 PM. I choose not to make the drive then. I am inviting him to read it at Thanksgiving dinner.
The family’s gain, hopefully.
I stayed with Marjie in Michigan. One evening she wanted to watch the Michigan/Michigan State football game. We did. It was the first athletic event besides figure skating I had watched in a year.
I was her guest.
Went for lunch with a group of women. One did not finish her French Toast. She said she would not take them home. I told her I would. She likes to cook; I do not. The woman next to me said she was going to ask for them.
I won.
I am watching the weather for my trip to Michigan next week. It shows temps in the 50’s. I am pleased there will be no snow or ice.
There is climate change, however.
We had our annual Carrie and Erik birthday party at my house. Before dessert, we Facetimed with Jules and Isaac. It was great to have everyone there.
My family.
I spoke to Erik and he hoped I was looking forward to my trip to see friends in Michigan. I said, “Yep. In three weeks.” He said, “No, in two weeks.” He’s right.
Lucky we talked.
My car is in for body repair due to an accident. I was told a new rear bumper is not available. Part of the cargo out at sea. I anticipate finding my silver car with a red rear bumper.
Likelihood?
I met my friend Kevin for lunch. I went to the library with Sandy to hear the author of a book do a presentation. Two social events in one day.
My kids were so enthused.
I made the decision to take the same road I had an accident on three weeks ago. I was not wanting to avoid the location; I was aware the road is constructed in a way that does not provide clarity about one lane in each direction. I took it on today.
I did it and can now let that anxiety go.
Isaac and Ari came for dinner. Isaac is leaving for college in a few days. I have mixed feelings; I will miss him, but I am so thrilled with how he is moving forward. We had a great meal, almost nothing left over. We had great conversation. We hugged and kissed.
I love those guys.