...for a two day getaway with my brilliantly alive cousin, Ali. Though Ali has been far away,teaching in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia for several years, we have still managed to share every important thought we've ever had--and yes, a few unimportant ones too.
There is no small talk in this relationship. It's all large talk. And laughter. Lots and lots of laughter.
So here is the plan: We're going away to stay at a beautiful coastal inn where we will walk the beach, sit out on the balcony and drink wine. And of course, talk. Talk until we find the unknown thing we've come to discover.
This is what I'm packing in my pink suitcase:
A camera.
A notebook and pen so when the revelation comes, I'll be ready.
My favorite wine glass.
Poetry and philosophy books to read aloud.
Some hot pink lipstick to match my suitcase.
Ali promises a major discovery that will change both of our lives, or at least one that feels like it will at three in the morning, drunk on laughter and the stars.
Okay. Off to pack.
Wednesday, August 24, 2005
GOING AWAY...
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11 comments:
Have a fabulous time!
Kat
Have fun!
I wish i could put myself in your suitcase.
Have fun!
Surely the other way around, Patry? Could you not assume the pose of a decadent soul who chooses just the right shade of hot pink suitcase to match her lipstick!
Have a wonderful, relaxing break and talk large and laugh large until the sky and sea become one and the stars appear.
I hope you have a great time.
Its reassuring to know that you will carry a notebook and pen, so we wont miss out on the revelation when it comes!
Have a GREAT time!
sounds like a great plan! envy u ;)
enjoy...
Hope the journey is rejuvenative and restorative. And that there is something of the talking and writing that can be shared with the rest of us.
hey sounds like a perfect holiday!
enjoy yourself! :)
How wonderful it is to come home to all these good wishes and kind thoughts.
Yes, there will be revelations, but they may take a day or two to process.
Hot pink lipstick and a book of philosophy. You rule.
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