In March, Two Writing Teachers hosts the Slice of Life Story Challenge. Everyone is welcome to share writing and comment on others in this special community.
After a catch-up walk, we sat down at the restaurant. We'd met earlier than planned because we both had afternoon commitments that bordered our long-standing date, and I was proud of us for both holding firm with the carved out time. As we had walked, we'd realized that it had been over a year since we'd seen each other, and K is one of my dearest and oldest friends. In an earlier post, I reflected on time. No, time isn't fast, and it isn't slow. It's always the same. It's the pace of my life that makes it feel different.
In any case, I glanced at the menu and made a quick decision. I was hungry, and a burger sounded great. K. muttered something about a salad, and we went back to life catch up. We had a lot to cover. Even though we don't talk as much as we should, time and distance haven't gotten in the way of our wavelengths. Our lives have so many parallels, and it's joyful to spend time together. Old friends have a way of picking right up from wherever we left off.
The waiter came over. "We have a few specials," he said.
As he went through the shrimp soup, quiche of the day, and omelette ingredients, I stayed true to my burger plan. And then he described the salmon burger.
"I'll have that," I said.
"Me, too," K. said.
Of course she would.
Old friends and shared wavelengths.
Holding firm to the carved out time is important. Yes, the best friends are those you can pick up right where you left off with and of course enjoy salmon burgers together!
ReplyDeleteMelanie, your post about time and friendship rings true for all of us.You have captured what happens even if it has been more than a year, based on my experiences. We pick up the pieces and share the same wavelength because of a common foundation even if time and life have taken us down different paths. Lovely, now to call my friend....
ReplyDeleteOrdering the same, a perfect metaphor for your long friendship!
ReplyDeleteLove this slice about friendship. There's a rhythm to this relationship, so clear in your slice. Right down to the menu choice...it's clear you both are the perfect fit. Giovanna
ReplyDeleteMy favorite line: "...time and distance haven't gotten in the way of our wavelengths." I also loved the way you wrapped it up with both of you changing your order for the daily special.
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