Reflections in the Interim ...
... eight days down, two days to go26 total reviews
Comment from karenina
How did I miss this one! Hope number 26 jumps you into ATB, which you so clearly deserve after dealing with politically induced "time outs"--which thus far have appeared to have little behavior modification value.
Trumpitis is a thing... It can eat through a good time like MRSA bacteria on skin!
No antibiotics to kill it either. I wonder how many relationships are strained by Mr Orange Hair!
Lucky thing Ed and I are on the same general side politically. I'd hate to have him sleep in the car!
(grin)
Karenina
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2022
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How did I miss this one! Hope number 26 jumps you into ATB, which you so clearly deserve after dealing with politically induced "time outs"--which thus far have appeared to have little behavior modification value.
Trumpitis is a thing... It can eat through a good time like MRSA bacteria on skin!
No antibiotics to kill it either. I wonder how many relationships are strained by Mr Orange Hair!
Lucky thing Ed and I are on the same general side politically. I'd hate to have him sleep in the car!
(grin)
Karenina
Comment Written 07-Jun-2022
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2022
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ATB presumably pending--thank you!
After I posted this, in early November 2021, I got an extension of 4 days--he decided to stay away to play it safe. In the meanwhile, I'd found out I had corona. I didn't see him until the end of the month! I had to stay in isolation through 11/27.
As to ranting, my first husband ranted too--on the left-wing. I don't want to hear diatribes regardless.
Chuck and I don't have a true commitment--we knew from the start we'd never marry--religious differences to the extreme. I don't buy into the idea that "it's the same as being married"--as I see it, if you're not married, you're single. Besides, he is not in the least romantic.
I told him to take advantage of our separation as an opportunity to find a Christian woman, but he said he doesn't want to trade me for "some old woman." "Besides," he asked rhetorically, "where would I find one?"
"In church!" I said.
(He doesn't go to church; he worships and reflects on his own every Sunday.)
On the upside, being with him has kept me from making a third marital mistake.
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Hah! That last point is killer!
I'm with you, extremists on ends of the political spectrum are annoying.
I'm partial I know, but Chuck's lucky to have you!
Tell him I said so!
(As if that would make a difference...)
Comment from Father Flaps
Dearest Liz,
I have only one question, now that I learn you and Chuckie are apologizing and promising, storming off to bedrooms and being asked to leave, and reuniting on Valentine's Day... what about Scotty? Don't you miss him, too?
So, more importantly, the countdown continues... 10...9...8...7...6...5...4 ...3...2...
Hugs,
Kimbob
reply by the author on 18-Nov-2021
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Dearest Liz,
I have only one question, now that I learn you and Chuckie are apologizing and promising, storming off to bedrooms and being asked to leave, and reuniting on Valentine's Day... what about Scotty? Don't you miss him, too?
So, more importantly, the countdown continues... 10...9...8...7...6...5...4 ...3...2...
Hugs,
Kimbob
Comment Written 16-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 18-Nov-2021
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After I posted this, I got an extension of 4 days--he decided to stay away until today, Thursday. Meantime, yesterday I found out I have corona. I won't be seeing him until the end of the month! I have to stay in isolation through 11/27.
As to ranting, my first husband ranted too--on the left-wing. I don't want to hear diatribes regardless.
Chuck and I don't have a true commitment--we knew from the start we'd never marry--religious differences to the extreme. I don't buy into the idea that "it's the same as being married"--as I see it, if you're not married, you're single. Besides, he is not in the least romantic.
I told him to take advantage of our separation as an opportunity to find a Christian woman, but he said he doesn't want to trade me for "some old woman." "Besides," he asked rhetorically, "where would I find one?"
"In church!" I said.
But he doesn't go to church; he worships and reflects on his own every Sunday.
On the upside, being with him has kept me from making a third marital mistake.
As to Scott--last I saw him was Monday, the day before I got symptoms, and thus was already contagious. I called to tell him he was at risk. Fortunately, we were outdoors, and he's vaccinated, but we visited unmasked and undistanced for about half an hour.
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I'm really sorry to hear you've caught the virus, Liz. I'll definitely be keeping you in my prayers, starting shortly, because I'm just heading to bed.
All the Best!
Keep me updated! Please!
your fan,
Kimbob
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How are you doing, Liz? I hope you can be free and clear of this by Christmas. Thinking of you, my dear!
Love,
Kimbob
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Thanks for your concern.
I feel fine--but I 'm in dread of the impending loss of taste and smell--which happens in the majority of cases--that comes on suddenly several days after onset of symptoms and may take months to recover. Ironically, those who've been vaccinated, and who thus get mild cases, are the ones most likely to lose sense of smell (which affects taste).
Comment from Midi O'Rourke
Well written and thoughtful piece. I have found, and I know you have too, that long term relationships ebb and flow and wax and wane. Funny, wax and wane sounds like a good name for a pair of budgies or something. I love non-sequitors. It is initially hard to ask your question. Truth will come, though.
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2021
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Well written and thoughtful piece. I have found, and I know you have too, that long term relationships ebb and flow and wax and wane. Funny, wax and wane sounds like a good name for a pair of budgies or something. I love non-sequitors. It is initially hard to ask your question. Truth will come, though.
Comment Written 15-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2021
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I've got an extension of 4 days--he decided to stay away until Thursday--he came over to drop off soup on my porch but stayed distant when I came out to greet him--he says he wants to be sure he doesn't give corona to his daughter and ruin her vacation--she's flying to Florida--risky--if she gets corona she can't blame Chuck for it!
My first husband ranted too--on the left-wing. I don't want to hear diatribes regardless.
Chuck and I don't have a true commitment--we knew from the start we'd never marry--religious differences to the extreme. I don't buy into the idea that "it's the same as being married"--as I see it, if you're not married, you're single. Besides, he is not in the least romantic.
On the upside, being with him has kept me from making a third marital mistake.
Comment from BethShelby
I can understand your uncertainty as to whether you miss Chuck or consider he absence a blessed relief. My daughter Christi, insists on spending some time with me at least every other week, but like Chuck she can't control her tongue over certain things. A major one is her political opinion. I have had to evict her a number of times. There is a difference in caring about someone and enjoying their company.
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2021
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I can understand your uncertainty as to whether you miss Chuck or consider he absence a blessed relief. My daughter Christi, insists on spending some time with me at least every other week, but like Chuck she can't control her tongue over certain things. A major one is her political opinion. I have had to evict her a number of times. There is a difference in caring about someone and enjoying their company.
Comment Written 15-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2021
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I've got an extension of 4 days--he decided to stay away until Thursday--he came over to drop off soup on my porch but stayed distant when I came out to greet him--he says he wants to be sure he doesn't give corona to his daughter and ruin her vacation--she's flying to Florida--risky--if she gets corona she can't blame Chuck for it!
My first husband ranted too--on the left-wing. I don't want to hear diatribes regardless.
Chuck and I don't have a true commitment--we knew from the start we'd never marry--religious differences to the extreme. I don't buy into the idea that "it's the same as being married"--as I see it, if you're not married, you're single. Besides, he is not in the least romantic.
On the upside, being with him has kept me from making a third marital mistake.
Comment from Sanku
So this is soul-searching time ?
Take your time and tell us. I am sure you will miss him since you have been "near daily companions".. sometimes diatribes makes a change ...
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2021
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So this is soul-searching time ?
Take your time and tell us. I am sure you will miss him since you have been "near daily companions".. sometimes diatribes makes a change ...
Comment Written 15-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2021
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I've got an extension of 4 days--he decided to stay away until Thursday--he came over to drop off soup on my porch but stayed distant when I came out to greet him--he says he wants to be sure he doesn't give corona to his daughter and ruin her vacation--she's flying to Florida--risky--if she gets corona she can't blame Chuck for it!
My first husband ranted too--on the left-wing. I don't want to hear diatribes regardless.
Chuck and I don't have a true commitment--we knew from the start we'd never marry--religious differences to the extreme. I don't buy into the idea that "it's the same as being married"--as I see it, if you're not married, you're single. Besides, he is not in the least romantic.
On the upside, being with him has kept me from making a third marital mistake.
Comment from Shirley McLain
I guess you will have to post whether you missed him. I've been in this world a few days (so to speak) and I have never seen what Trump did and is doing to this country. I can understand going off the deep end because I've done it a couple of times, except for the other side. Have a great evening. Shirley
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2021
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I guess you will have to post whether you missed him. I've been in this world a few days (so to speak) and I have never seen what Trump did and is doing to this country. I can understand going off the deep end because I've done it a couple of times, except for the other side. Have a great evening. Shirley
Comment Written 14-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2021
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Thanks for stopping by--always a pleasure!
I've got an extension of 4 days--he decided to stay away until Thursday--he came over to drop off soup on my porch but stayed distant when I came out to greet him--he says he wants to be sure he doesn't give corona to his daughter and ruin her vacation--she's flying to Florida--risky--if she gets corona she can't blame Chuck for it!
My first husband ranted too--on the left-wing. I don't want to hear diatribes regardless.
Chuck and I don't have a true commitment--we knew from the start we'd never marry--religious differences to the extreme. I don't buy into the idea that "it's the same as being married"--as I see it, if you're not married, you're single. Besides, he is not in the least romantic.
On the upside, being with him has kept me from making a third marital mistake.
Comment from MissMerri
I very much enjoy reading true stories of peoples lives. Thank you so much for sharing this one. I found nothing to change or edit. You have done all the work already, which I appreciate. Now I look forward to the rest of the story.
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2021
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I very much enjoy reading true stories of peoples lives. Thank you so much for sharing this one. I found nothing to change or edit. You have done all the work already, which I appreciate. Now I look forward to the rest of the story.
Comment Written 14-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2021
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Thanks for stopping by--always a pleasure!
I've got an extension of 4 days--he decided to stay away until Thursday--he came over to drop off soup on my porch but stayed distant when I came out to greet him--he says he wants to be sure he doesn't give corona to his daughter and ruin her vacation--she's flying to Florida--risky--if she gets corona she can't blame Chuck for it!
Comment from Iza Deleanu
Well as long as you two don't share the same roof, goong back and forth is okay, the habbit is stronger than the ego:). I am new at the brake up part, I just left my jerk at the end of September. Do I miss him? Yes and no. For certain i love my me time:)
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2021
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Well as long as you two don't share the same roof, goong back and forth is okay, the habbit is stronger than the ego:). I am new at the brake up part, I just left my jerk at the end of September. Do I miss him? Yes and no. For certain i love my me time:)
Comment Written 13-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2021
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Thanks for stopping by--always a pleasure!
I've got an extension of 4 days--he decided to stay away until Thursday--he came over to drop off soup on my porch but stayed distant when I came out to greet him--he says he wants to be sure he doesn't give corona to his daughter and ruin her vacation--she's flying to Florida--risky--if she gets corona she can't blame Chuck for it!
Comment from royowen
As they say, "absence makes the heart grow fonder" and it does seem a pity, that one of your best "news feeds" will be more, my bet is it looks like he has a good heart, and good hearts are hard to find, well done Liz, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2021
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As they say, "absence makes the heart grow fonder" and it does seem a pity, that one of your best "news feeds" will be more, my bet is it looks like he has a good heart, and good hearts are hard to find, well done Liz, blessings Roy
Comment Written 13-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2021
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Thanks for stopping by--always a pleasure!
I've got an extension of 4 days--he decided to stay away until Thursday--he came over to drop off soup on my porch but stayed distant when I came out to greet him--he says he wants to be sure he doesn't give corona to his daughter and ruin her vacation--she's flying to Florida--risky--if she gets corona she can't blame Chuck for it!
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Good - I think
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
Hello Liz.
It seems to me after all this time you will miss him, but that's just my opinion. Politicians are doing everything they can to cause division among families, friends, and others. I've decided to ignore their attempts.
Robert
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2021
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Hello Liz.
It seems to me after all this time you will miss him, but that's just my opinion. Politicians are doing everything they can to cause division among families, friends, and others. I've decided to ignore their attempts.
Robert
Comment Written 13-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 14-Nov-2021
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Thanks for stopping by--always a pleasure!
I've got an extension of 4 days--he decided to stay away until Thursday--he came over to drop off soup on my porch but stayed distant when I came out to greet him--he says he wants to be sure he doesn't give corona to his daughter and ruin her vacation--she's flying to Florida--risky--if she gets corona she can't blame Chuck for it!
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You're welcome.