The last time I saw Linda's parents was when we did the road trip to Florida (in our new CR-V) in February 2007! Linda went on a business trip last spring to Orlando and squeezed in a few days around the business to visit with them.
Needless to say, they're anxious for us to come and visit and have been asking us to come for the past 4-6 months! After lots of planning, the upcoming weekend was chosen for 2 reasons. 1). It's warmer there in April, than going in February. 2). It's Linda's Mom's birthday on Saturday the 25th.
We're making a long weekend out of it, by leaving this afternoon and coming back Monday night.
Since Sophie returned from her trip to Florida, she's been staying with us. She's really sprouted up while she was away, measuring almost to Linda's jaw these days! We have gotten back into a routine of snuggling together in her bed reading for a half hour before she has to go to sleep and it's really nice.
Linda & I had thought one of our friends, who lives close by, would be able to stop over a couple of times while we're away, but unfortunately she's had some recent family illness that has had her spending a lot of time on Long Island.
Though we knew that they'd probably be ok for the 4 days, I really didn't want to leave them without having someone check in on them, not to mention, cleaning out their cat pans and giving them fresh water. (though they do prefer toilet water!)
I decided yesterday (with much heart palpitations and nervousness) to ask my ex if she would stop in on Saturday. I've never asked her to do anything like this before. And she's only ever been in our place twice. Once when we first got Sophie's bedroom set and again when I had my medical emergency last August.
Well, when I asked her yesterday, she didn't hesitate a second and asked, "Stop in only one time?" And then because I was sitting in stunned silence, she said, "We can stop in again on Sunday after I pick Sophie up from Sunday school."
Ok, yes, I've done a million things for her. I pick her up from the train station in the winter when I'm over on that side of town with Sophie. I have been her & Sophie's taxi every time they've 'trained' to Florida. I have watched her cat (though it was MY cat , too, at one time!) every time she's away on business. But I would do these things for any of my friends.
But, these 2 cats are not her responsibility. Though, they are technically, Sophie's cats, too.
I guess, after 5 years, my ex is finally able to be my friend. This is a good thing. She was, after all my best friend, once upon a time. We've known each other for 32 years! sigh. And with Sophie, we'll be involved one way or another for at least another...
Anyway, the boys will be taken care of and by someone I trust.
Since Linda's parent live a half hour away from my ex's parents, I'll be visiting them while I'm down there. Especially, since her Mom has been moved to a rehab place where she'll be for the next 3 months, as she can't have any weight on her broken leg.
I go*gled to see about any Reform congregations in the area and the one that is nearest is led by Beth Schafer, who performed at out Temple a few months ago! I just might check out services on Friday night!
Here's to nice sunny weather, good times with the in-laws. riding around in a golf cart and spending some nice R & R time next to the pool. 4 days with my favorite travel companion. Woohoo!
I didn't get a phone call about checking in on the cats!
WTF?
You'd rather go to "ex" than me?
Hmph.
I totally woulda done it, ya know.
(not really upset -- well, a little LOL)
Have a blast! :P
Posted by: Tina-cious.com | 04/23/2009 at 08:52
EXCELLENT!!!
and amazing!
Posted by: KMae | 04/24/2009 at 12:14