Going from working 50 or 60 + hours a week to working 1 hour a week has been a big change for me.
I've found all of this time to do things like read, cook, garden, exercise, vacation, and think. And it's great. Truly-- it is. But too much alone time is really starting to get to me. I find myself going to the grocery store three or four times a week just to interact with people. Or, I'll go over to my mom's house and see if she has any projects or errands she needs help with. Please understand-- I'm not complaining! It's just not what I'm used to. I'm used to 25 eight year olds depending on me. I'm used to planning escapades with friends. I'm used to interactions with colleagues. Sitting alone in an empty house (no matter how much I'm accomplishing) is just not my style.
Sister Hinkley said:
It is a sociological fact that women need women. We need deep and satisfying and loyal friendships with each other. We need each other.
It's the truth! You guys. We need each other. We need to be friends. We need to converse, help each other solve problems, share opinions, laugh, and enjoy being together. I understand this "sociological fact" now more than ever.
So, what do you say?
5 comments:
oooh i am in! i would love to see you, hil, and kaite sometme.
this is one of my favorite quotes. I didn't have a ton (read: any) girl friends before I went to London. None. And I read that quote right after we came home and I knew in my heart that she was right. I still have it on a post it on my desktop next to my clock on London time. You guys seriously helped me realize how important good girlfriends are.
i totally agree! why do you think i call you everyday? love you girl!
ummm...have i mentioned you should just come up here every day?! :) let's hang out!
I agree!
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