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It was so nice to get into my Explorer, drive to town, and spend a few hours with old friends.We caught up on all the news I've been missing, and they all asked about my surgery and how I was doing. We all have our aches and pains to share, so it was almost like going around the table to each person could share their current malady. Thankfully, we all have more fun things to talk about, too, and our conversations quickly turned to more interesting topics. It really was good to see them again after missing two monthly dinners.
We set the date for our next dinner date, hugged and said our goodbyes, and were on our way home by 5 pm. (I know. That sounds so funny to me, too.) I brought home most of my dinner, and a meal for Handsome, so we sat down together, too after I got back.
I completed my stitching on the brooch early in the afternoon, so I'll do the finishing work on it today. My plan is to present it to Jenna tomorrow. I'll take photos, and a short video to share so you can see it. See you tomorrow!
Glad you got out to the get together.
ReplyDeleteHappy you can drive also, I can now too!
Marilyn
Hi Marilyn:
DeleteIsn't it wonderful when we are less dependent? I was so happy when I could stop taking the drugs and get cleared to drive again. I'm sure you are, too, hon. We had a really nice visit, and I didn't realize how much I'd missed it. Happy weekend, dear.
xoxo
Donna
Yay for being able to drive AND get together with your friends. I completely understand the wanting to be on the way home by 5 pm because I don't drive well in the dark.
ReplyDeleteHi MA:
DeleteI can see why it's so hard to take driving privileges away from people who shouldn't drive anymore. I think it may be one of the last vestiges of independence and freedom for us. I'm glad to be able to drive myself again - even if I don't need to go anywhere. lol We always meet at 3 pm, and by 5 we're winding down on things to talk about. There are always a few stragglers who continue to chat (like me), but we've become the "Early Bird" diners we always used to chuckle about. Happy Weekend!
xoxo
Donna
So wonderful that you could catch up with everyone and drive there yourself! I'm looking forward to seeing Jenna's response to her gift! I have to LOL at the sharing of maladies...I sooo get that.... but rejoice that despite these challenges we can still enjoy so much fun activity and life! 😊
ReplyDeleteHi Lois:
DeleteI'm so glad to be able to see and visit with them again. Nothing quite as nice as old friends getting together. Most were already at the table when I got there, so they all wanted to know about my surgery first. I obliged, and then said, "How's everyone else? I'm tired of talking about me!" It went from there. I can't wait to see Jenna's response, either! I'll be sure to let everyone know.
Happy Weekend!
xoxo
Donna