Friendly "wars"

They say that friends should never go into business together; but friends don't heed to any warnings when they make up their minds. Such is the unfortunate situation with G and me. In fact, it is worse than going into business together! We are in a partnership where we make no money and still have disgruntled "customers" who won't quit complaining.

One should rightfully wonder why 2 smart people would put themselves in this position?! Co-Chairs sounds good on paper and even has a somewhat of a noble ring to it. But sadly, this whole venture could end up ruining our friendship again.

I am reminded of what Hans said when I told him about running for Co-Chair on the School Council. Why not a table mom?! People fart on chairs!! Infinite wisdom of a 9 year old; I should have paid attention.

Last Thursday was the first School Council meeting and it ran for 2 hours and 12 minutes. I had the misfortune of chairing it since G thought I was nicer than him. And then half way through, he wanted me to stop being nice and lay down the law. Alas, everyone went home happy except for the 2 of us.

I was very upset with G and I think I sent him 3 email messages over the next 3 days that ranged from "business as usual" to "in serious need of therapy". G never responds to email. And that gets me more upset.

Yesterday, Craigley casually remarked that G and I should go to McDonald's for lunch since he won so much free food with Monopoly. Some days I am not sure if Craigley is for real or simply having fun at my expense?! I could have taken offence with him, but I remained focused. I told Craigley to never mention G's name again in our home since G is not my friend anymore. Craigley was like I don't want to hear about it and I don't want to know when you 2 make up and go off to lunch next time.

Today, G and I finally got to talk. It was a bit awkward, but guess what?! I took Craigley’s advice even if he said it in jest. We are going out for lunch and hopefully, we are able to put this School Council thing in perspective and salvage our friendship for what seems like the umpteenth time!

One would think adulthood is easy. It ain't so! The more we know, the more we mess up! So boys, enjoy the childhood and the teen years. These are the best days of your life. And if life gets complicated later, take the time to have lunch with a friend and sort things out! Even if there is nothing to sort out, just go have lunch with a friend and take a moment for yourself!