Erin and I are off to Minnesota this afternoon, where we’ll- among other things- be reconnecting with my family. We’ll also be visiting Walker, the small town I grew up in and haven’t been back to since 1978. It’s a chance to relax, have some fun, catch up with family and some college friends. It’s a chance for me to gain some closure on several fronts…and when I start thinking in those terms, it just reminds that I’m getting old. Damn you, Father Time!!
I’ve spent a lot of time, effort, and psychic energy getting myself to the point where I can put my past in its place and fully live in the present. When I look at all it’s taken to get to this point, I can say without reservation that it’s been worth it…but it damned sure wasn’t easy. Then again, as a very wise man once told me, nothing worth having ever is.
True that.
On the meteorological side, it’ll be just cold enough to remind me why I have no desire to return to Minnesota on a permanent basis. Beyond that, it’ll be nice to step back in time for awhile. It’s something I’ve needed to do for quite some time, and I’m finally in a place where I can do it for the right reasons. I don’t know quite what to expect, but I’m ready and eager for some time in the Motherland.
During our sojourn, I have no idea how much, if any, effort I’ll be willing or able to devote to posting. No worries; I’ll be gone for all of a week, after which time I can guarantee the usual silliness will resume unabated. Until then, stay tuned, y’all….
