Run Lola Run

running to myself
Current mood: contemplative

It feels like I have been running high speed, in circles, backward, forward for years...



Last night while running after a day of work and heat, I landed in a friend's back yard at a large summer celebration...I sat and watched while listening to good music and political conversation.

I ran into an old friend. She like me, had a terrible accident that she survived. She like me, had a partner who NEVER ONCE said in the aftermath, "I'm glad you survived...I love you."

She said it made her think there has to be someone in her life who would simply say "I'm grateful you are still here with me."

Simple wishes. Simple needs. Someone who is glad for your company. Someone who is grateful for your life.

I want that. For both of us...no, for all of us.

During my life's marathon, I have experienced many highs and lows: two amazing daughters that have made the many lows palatable, many many friends who have colored my place on the planet beautifully, a business that is more a network for social interaction, thieves who stole money and trust, loved ones who betrayed love, neighbors and customers who stood up and did the right thing when it was time...over all, I see how lucky I have been...so much more than, how sad.

Stop running, Lola...see the luck...