We get reminded now and then, no matter how busy life gets, nothing is as important as maintaining relationships. Regular contacts with friends and family brings the “Ahhhh” back into the world.
Yesterday the guys worked on the tractor project. I worked on my friend’s computer for a bit.
After visiting for a few hours, I made a trip to the deli to pick up chicken and sides for lunch. When I pulled back into the driveway I was greeted with, “I hope you bought enough.” Extended family had shown up. I had Luise with me, a wonderful friend. She has Alzheimer’s disease, so I am very careful with her. I love the feeling when our time together is successful, when all goes smoothly. I have learned a lot from her. Even now, as she can not put things into words as well as she used to, her wisdom still trinkles out, and I soak it in. Anyhow, I said to Luise, “Do not unbuckle your seat belt, we are going back to the grocery store!” She did well, she really did. I could see the tiredness in her eyes the second trip around, and her tiny hand began to feel cold. We hold hands while we are out, unless she is pushing a cart. She trusts me, and I feel confident in knowing that she will remain with me as long as the trust is there. Sometimes I feel that I do not do enough for others, that I, myself, are way too busy to do what is needed, and when I can help, even with a smile, it is more fulfilling than anything else possibly can be.
I talked with another friend this morning, one whom felt rather neglected. It makes a person quickly realize that friendship cannot be tossed about. We all have feelings, and we all need a boost now and then.
My sister just entered a new phase in her life. I cannot tell you exactly what the change is all about, but I can tell you this, you ought to hear our recent phone calls, our text messages, and our emails. Giggles abound. But I listen, and I try to help. She is growing in this new experience and I am proud of her. I could not imagine not being here for her. There is nothing like a sister!
Just a rambling about friends and family. And really just a reminder to myself this morning as I sip on my coffee and reflect on the world.
Off topic just a bit…I am still cleaning up the categories here, and hope to get a blog roll added back in. I was very excited to see each and every comment from the old blog appear. I found it interesting how the posts came in one day and the comments imported slowly the next, as I wiped the sweat from my brow but no complaints here. It was successful!
Have a beautiul Sunday!
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