Tuesday, June 30, 2009

My new friend Jennifer

During the 18-hour trip to Naples, I got to know my new friend Jennifer. At first, it was a quiet relationship, consisting mostly of long silences....I think the longest was about four hours. But as we spent time together on the road I came to appreciate her measured words, her calming voice, her sense of flexibility, and her ability to keep me on track.

Since we've arrived in Naples I have come to appreciate her even more. She seems intimately familiar with the town, even though she has only been here a matter of two days. It calms me immensely to have her along for the ride to get to the grocery store, the Wal-Mart, to register Jordan for camp, etc. And though I don't always heed my friends' advice, I will try my best to listen to hers!

Yes, it is sad that my first friend in Naples is my GPS. Hopefully there will be more to come.

Thanks, Jennifer,

1 comment:

  1. Ha! I prefer to listen to my friend the Australian guy. Never thought to name him. Blessings on your new adventures in FL!!

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