My brother and sister in law aren't afraid of catching shingles...and holy cow did they give me a laugh!! They were feeling badly for me that so many people bowed out of coming over due to my condition, so figured they'd surprise me with hazmat suits. Our small group had a wonderful afternoon eating, chatting and filling every seat in my patio bistro, just how I like it. Even my old loveseat was filled with friends, who enjoyed my inside furniture setting outside. I really need to get my brick patio finished, the dirt under my deck area was certainly not ideal but hey, isn't everything a work in progress?? I've been told by friends that I must have gotten shingles due to stress. Am I stressed? Honestly the biggest stress I feel right now is waiting for a Lilly Pulitzer dress I ordered online and was told my package is delayed. When will it arrive? Will I be home for delivery? Will someone know the parcel contains a stunning new dress and snatch it before I can bring it in? Maybe it's my brick patio project weighing me down?? Maybe I am stressed. Well stressed or not, I enjoyed a wonderful afternoon with friends and family unaware of any stress and oblivious to a single hint of anxiety. I especially enjoyed time with my in-laws, contrary to outlaws that we are sometimes forced to engage with. Good or bad I'm very selective about who I invite into my home, aka my sanctuary. Home is a place that should always be protected, a place where we're not judged or criticized and can freely let our guard down. Why on earth would I allow or invite negativity into my world willingly? I keep those vampires at bay with garlic and lack of invites. Although this year Tim was responsible for inviting a few folks and never followed through... note to self, do all the inviting myself next time! Hazmat suits and all, my guests arrived with open arms, kindness and love...and a dish or two to share. Our cookout fun was cut short as we rushed out for the fireworks, SK always delivers a great show but part of me wished I could have just sat all evening with my crew and never joined the holiday fanfare. Looks like I'll need to have another cookout, when I'm no longer freaking people out and have no fireworks trumping my vibe. My guest list will again be carefully chosen and I can't wait to see what surprises my friends and family will have in store for me!!
That is hysterical! Db
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