I want to give thanks for all the birthday greetings and well wishes. Since my birthday fell on Friday (or Thursday, counting the Australians), it turned into an extended weekend of celebration. I tried to swim 56 laps on Friday (one for each year, as it were), but had to stop at 50, when a crowd tumbled into the pool in preparation for water volleyball. Friday night, Pony and I were joined by our new friends, Chuck and Sandy, at Talebu Coffee and Wine Cafe, where they have an open mic every Friday evening (I ended up being the opening act). On Saturday night, Pony made me a birthday dinner, starting with her world famous deviled eggs (I maintain that she makes the finest Deviled Eggs I have had anywhere), followed by steak and shrimp, with mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli. Dessert was Boston Cream Pie (a birthday tradition). The Sunday morning weigh-in told me that I added two-and-a-half pounds from that dinner, but it was totally worth it. On Sunday, I finally got in that 56 laps in the pool, after which, Pony and I were invited to join some neighbors for beer, brats and football. I shared the rest of my Boston Cream Pie with the neighbors, thus saving me from an extended sugary fate. In short, it was a lovely. relaxing weekend full of many treats of all sorts. I imagine some folks might get tired of hearing this from me, but I believe I have learned to truly appreciate good moments and blessings in my life. I take nothing for granted. I remember times when I was (for all intents and purposes) homeless, sleeping on the living room floor of friends in Fort Myers, Florida. I can remember the divorce from my first wife; one of the most painful experiences I hope I will ever know (and never know again). I remember these things to maintain a certain perspective on my life at this point. At this point, I am surrounded by good friends, living with a wonderful, intelligent, loving woman who both keeps me sane and challenges me. I have my work that gives something very vital to my soul. On top of all that, I have a dog and three cats that keep me amused and entertained. I cherish all of this.
Posted on: Mon, 27 Oct 2014 19:59:45 +0000
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