Thanks for this article Leanne and for documenting our history. One of the things I loved when we first met at OB was all we knew about each other was our first names and aside from you nobody was aware of our careers or marital status or if we had kids.We never talked about the things most people discuss when they meet. I guess we were in survival mode. We could be whoever we wanted because we would never see each other again. I was going to make up a profession if anybody asked just to try on something new. And as you noted, something magical happened at the end of OB when someone said would anybody like to meet again next year? In unison we all agreed. We have built something very special this last 40 years. One of the good things about aging is you are acutely aware of the relationships that are particularly meaningful and how precious they are. You want to nurture and preserve them because you know they will not last forever. We all have committed to supporting each other through whatever life throws at us even though we are geographically apart. It has been a joy for me to grow old with you and all of our OB friends whom I have grown to love and think of as family.
Iris, I had forgotten about how we sort of just jumped into our week without the usual signposts and details, though I think even now we don't concentrate on that stuff first. That's part of the reason hearing about all of your retirements was so meaningful for me. And I agree: I'm so grateful that all of us are growing old together. You guys are my role models. xoxo
Thanks for this article Leanne and for documenting our history. One of the things I loved when we first met at OB was all we knew about each other was our first names and aside from you nobody was aware of our careers or marital status or if we had kids.We never talked about the things most people discuss when they meet. I guess we were in survival mode. We could be whoever we wanted because we would never see each other again. I was going to make up a profession if anybody asked just to try on something new. And as you noted, something magical happened at the end of OB when someone said would anybody like to meet again next year? In unison we all agreed. We have built something very special this last 40 years. One of the good things about aging is you are acutely aware of the relationships that are particularly meaningful and how precious they are. You want to nurture and preserve them because you know they will not last forever. We all have committed to supporting each other through whatever life throws at us even though we are geographically apart. It has been a joy for me to grow old with you and all of our OB friends whom I have grown to love and think of as family.
Iris, I had forgotten about how we sort of just jumped into our week without the usual signposts and details, though I think even now we don't concentrate on that stuff first. That's part of the reason hearing about all of your retirements was so meaningful for me. And I agree: I'm so grateful that all of us are growing old together. You guys are my role models. xoxo
Once again, you remind us of the power of staying connected. Thank you!
Aw, thanks, Kroc. Glad to have reconnected with you! #GoCats
I always love hearing about your Outward Bound adventures. It's such a part of who you are - strong, adventurous, and deeply connected.
Aw, thanks! Hard to believe it was so long ago ... and so short. As you can tell, it was a very powerful experience.
Thanks for sharing. Another example of a wonderful community and bond. For me, community is one of the joys of life. Appreciate your sharing yours!
This is Mary Fortin, btw.
Thanks so much, Mary. This group has been such a constant for me; I'm glad to be able to share them.