The Weekend
Without a doubt, this past weekend was filled to the brim. And it didn't involve research, which turned out to be a good thing. Friday was spent researching (I had to do something!) and then commenting and talking with the funny and talented Mary.
Saturday was the triumphant arrival of the always fun Sara Sutton but only after 10 hours of work. Of course, someone would try to run me over at work because I tried to tow them. Stupid people. Stop freaking out and pay your tickets. Anyway, Saturday was fun. We watched "Hairspray" and then talked for a few hours about things and then I collapsed of exhaustion.
In the morning (or afternoon when Sutton got up) we went downtown to The Abbey and enjoyed some food there. Great place even if it is tucked away next to the library. Due to the Indy 500, there was little to do downtown or anywhere else for that matter. So, we walked around the War Memorial Park and went into the War Memorial itself, a place I had never been. very awesome if not a bit creepy. After that we traveled to the Soldiers and Sailors Monument where we traveled to the Observation Deck, mainly because I'd never been and I'd forgotten about Sara's claustrophobia. Oops. It was cool to go up even if we had to walk a few stairs. After walking back to the car and then around the White River State Park, we went to her friend Katie's for some food and 4-square. The fan favorite was Carl and Kyle but I think that I legitimately held the title of King for longer than anyone else. Oh well. After some group sharing (awkward), we went back home.
Sunday, when Sara dragged herself out of bed, we played some cards and then I sent her away with the affable Katie. I did some research, read a little, and then with the arrival of Beth did nothing but lay in bed with her and cuddle. We met Katie, Sara and Todd at a little restaurant in Broad Ripple for some eats and then hung out at the Monon for a few hours just talking. I took both Sara and Beth home for some movie watching and then we all hit the hay.
What I've learned from this weekend comes from a wise source, one that has slowly grown to become a very important part of my life. You can over think, over analyze and over critique your life. This is not some euphoric approach to life but rather a simplistic call to living in the moment, grasping what is in the immediacy rather than the uncertain future. Enjoy now. I've forgotten something else she said but I remember that she made two poignant comments that struck home. Ah, I remember. It doesn't come from Sutton but rather a combination of important people in my life. You never know who your friends will be in the future. Sometimes, the bff you have now will fade and be replaced by someone else. Whatever happens, I think the best policy is to try your best to be yourself and be a good friend, come what may. People will come and go but the ones that stay around, those are the ones that are important. Those are the ones who should be given your due attention and respect.
Hearts will be broken, girlfriends will come and go, but good friends, those that stick through the fog of war, those are hard to find and easy to lose. Sometimes these friends come from unexpected places or moments in times; other times they are instant bonds. Whatever the means or method, keeping these people will help you keep your sanity in times when thesis committees demand more research or advisers call for your incomplete paper. My ring of friends might be small but they are strong and that's all I can ask for.
Sincerely,
One Lucky Dude
Saturday was the triumphant arrival of the always fun Sara Sutton but only after 10 hours of work. Of course, someone would try to run me over at work because I tried to tow them. Stupid people. Stop freaking out and pay your tickets. Anyway, Saturday was fun. We watched "Hairspray" and then talked for a few hours about things and then I collapsed of exhaustion.
In the morning (or afternoon when Sutton got up) we went downtown to The Abbey and enjoyed some food there. Great place even if it is tucked away next to the library. Due to the Indy 500, there was little to do downtown or anywhere else for that matter. So, we walked around the War Memorial Park and went into the War Memorial itself, a place I had never been. very awesome if not a bit creepy. After that we traveled to the Soldiers and Sailors Monument where we traveled to the Observation Deck, mainly because I'd never been and I'd forgotten about Sara's claustrophobia. Oops. It was cool to go up even if we had to walk a few stairs. After walking back to the car and then around the White River State Park, we went to her friend Katie's for some food and 4-square. The fan favorite was Carl and Kyle but I think that I legitimately held the title of King for longer than anyone else. Oh well. After some group sharing (awkward), we went back home.
Sunday, when Sara dragged herself out of bed, we played some cards and then I sent her away with the affable Katie. I did some research, read a little, and then with the arrival of Beth did nothing but lay in bed with her and cuddle. We met Katie, Sara and Todd at a little restaurant in Broad Ripple for some eats and then hung out at the Monon for a few hours just talking. I took both Sara and Beth home for some movie watching and then we all hit the hay.
What I've learned from this weekend comes from a wise source, one that has slowly grown to become a very important part of my life. You can over think, over analyze and over critique your life. This is not some euphoric approach to life but rather a simplistic call to living in the moment, grasping what is in the immediacy rather than the uncertain future. Enjoy now. I've forgotten something else she said but I remember that she made two poignant comments that struck home. Ah, I remember. It doesn't come from Sutton but rather a combination of important people in my life. You never know who your friends will be in the future. Sometimes, the bff you have now will fade and be replaced by someone else. Whatever happens, I think the best policy is to try your best to be yourself and be a good friend, come what may. People will come and go but the ones that stay around, those are the ones that are important. Those are the ones who should be given your due attention and respect.
Hearts will be broken, girlfriends will come and go, but good friends, those that stick through the fog of war, those are hard to find and easy to lose. Sometimes these friends come from unexpected places or moments in times; other times they are instant bonds. Whatever the means or method, keeping these people will help you keep your sanity in times when thesis committees demand more research or advisers call for your incomplete paper. My ring of friends might be small but they are strong and that's all I can ask for.
Sincerely,
One Lucky Dude