Messages

Yesterday's post made me think about some of the old friends I used to chat with whenever possible. I sent one a text and thanked them for being my friend and always being there when I needed to talk.
We have had a great friendship going back to when I was 10 yrs old. They were married and had a family and was willing to chat every morning with this kid. Years went by and we were in and out of touch. Then we were in eachothers lives for a short time almost every day. I had many long conversations about lots of things.
Always a pleasure to share information and insights. Stresses and happiness. We shared a common bond and interest. I felt helpful and worthy of this good friend. The age difference was never an issue. The others involved never appreciated our friendship but I know after all this time they do.
Many things have changed over the years and we are still good friends. 40 yrs is a good time span for a friendship. I never once felt talked down to or diminished. I always felt when I needed to talk they would listen. I would do the same. For a time we shared a concern. One where I had a direct influence. It was good to be known on that level. To be trusted. To be appreciated for what I could do. I now realize the friend I have had for all these years.
It is a good realization.
So..it was nice to be able to acknowledge our friendship.

Of course the message I sent was after several beers..and it was short but to the point. It did make their morning. Which is always good for a smile.

I think I need to make a few more of those messages. Ones that remind old friends that we are still connected..no matter the distance or time. True friends matter to everyone.
Sometimes we need to remember that.

All it takes is a message.
Out of the blue..
A 'I'm thinking of you'
It could make someone's day.

Note: doing more of those.

Messages.

I am here.
I am wondering why.
But I know.
I always know.
Now I am so far beyond it.
I am just here.

I need to decide what is next and just make it happen.
I have weighed many of the options. I just need to commit.
Take the leap and do something.

Or do nothing for another year.
Ride it out. Roll with the changes
Be safe.

Nah!

Changes at work are beginning.
We will see .
I have been waiting. . So we all have.

All in all ..
I have no messages..
I am just me.
As I always have been.
As I always am.
That 'a' word.

Send me a message.

Please.

R
1/12/17

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