I firmly believe that relationships, of any type, either grow or they die.
Today was a day to nurture, encourage and empathize with two very special people who I have had in my life for decades. The three of us got acquainted through our work as assessors. Doreen hails from Nicollet County, Judy from Brown County and I, from Watonwan County.
The three of us, respectively within our own families, have shared births, deaths, divorce, medical issues, hobbies and heartaches. No one has been immune to life. It is a great time to catch up on our families, find out what has happened since we last were together, and find out what the near future has in store for our schedules.
Lunch served here in the porch on Stauffer was nothing fancy, but it filled the bill. Obviously, when guests are coming to break bread in the porch, there are certain preparations that must be done. Butter Ball and Snuggles can’t figure out why the screen doors are closed and they are on the outside looking in. Cushions are vacuumed and pet pillows are tucked into a tote for human enjoyment of the facilities today. Oh no, how could this be? The prep time is minimum to enjoy the company to the maximum.
As my guests departed, our intentions were voiced to get together oftener. Our intentions are pure, but we also acknowledged that life spins us in directions on a day-to-day basis that adheres to no set plan.
The day ended, not with goodbyes, but “See you again, real soon.”