Momley is taking a day off!

The last time I took off by myself was in February 1999. That was when I went to see my friend KPF in Ottawa.

At the beginning of this year, I felt the desire to take off again and see my friend KPF. It was then I realized that in the last 18 years, I hadn't taken a day off to go away somewhere or anywhere by myself. 

So, on Jan 11, I asked KPF if it was OK to visit with him in April?! Usually, I just make an announcement and expect him to accommodate me. For some reason, I sought his permission this time. As usual, he was like "come on down"!

In January, the Good Friday long weekend in April seemed far away. A few days ago, it hit me that it was almost April. Then, I started coming up with all sorts of excuses to not make the trip. The best excuse I thought of was for KPF to forget that I ever requested to see him!

Couple of days ago, I got a note from him reminding me about my visit. KPF wanted to know details!

An Aside: This is my friend who forgets my birthday every year! He needs a reminder to read my blog...this blog! And he is my first reader! Although, at this point in time, I hope he doesn't read this particular post moving forward!

Anyways, I lost my biggest excuse with that reminder. So, I picked up the phone and talked with my friend. He was like "how are you?" and I couldn't stop talking for a few minutes.

KPF has the most patience amongst all the people I hold dear and cherish. He always lets me ramble on. I think I spoke about how in 1999, I actually noticed snowflakes being so beautiful and distinct from each other. It was then I heard the ticking of my wrist watch that I don't wear anymore. I also told him it wasn't entirely about spending time with him; it is about spending time alone by myself! Sometimes solitude is what we need...what I need.

After all the communication, the best news is that KPF and his super smart girlfriend are moving to Toronto. KPF's GF got accepted to a Master's program with full scholarship. However, KPF insisted that I make the trip to Ottawa because "it will be fun".

And that's just what I am doing. ASid wants me to go have fun. Hans is terrified that Momley will never come back. He insisted on coming along. On some level, I am a little terrified myself. I haven’t been away from the boys ever! I was almost tempted to buy Hans a ticket as well; however, I did not. Hans will survive. And I will too!

Note: Boys, when you get a chance, please read the poem “I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud” by William Wordsworth. Sometimes we must wander alone to appreciate the little things that go unnoticed in our busy lives. When we do take the time out for ourselves, we come back and treasure what we already have even more so than before. Trust me.