Being part of a village is so amazing to me. The more involved I get, the more great people I meet. Sometimes the red tape bothers me, as well as the S-L-O-W progress. I forget that most of these people have other outlets for their community volunteering.
We do have a tiny Facebook presence now and I saw this on another Village page. It touched me. Sometimes we just need a positive connotation to change our whole outlook. Growing, not just getting older.
The past week I spent more time with people younger than me. I think we all need the intergenerational friendships to help maintain perspective. This morning it was very exciting to get a text from a former neighbor who is a sophomore at college and home for Thanksgiving. She wanted to take me to lunch! We got together once this summer as well. It's so curious to me because she seems so shy. And she was one of Mr. Ralph's favorites! Friendship that is just meant to be.
I like to watch others growing!
I could be wrong but I get the impression that you are very outgoing. If I'm right I can see why a shy x-neighbor would be attracted to you, want to go out for lunch together. You are also a connection to Ralph. Enjoy your lunch!
ReplyDeleteOh--my new mantra! I love that!
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