It seemed like a good idea at the time -- John opting for semi-retirement, rather than full. He'd do whatever he could to help out his two partners from here in Wimberley, and just drive down to Houston occasionally, as needed. But now, I'm beginning to wonder.
You see, everyone is used to my hubby assuming the role of mild-mannered mediator. He's always been the one who could keep his cool under stress, calm down any clients that Idea Man might've ticked off, keep his two partners from strangling each other, and keep his own tongue in check no matter what political claptrap the others may be spouting.
Problem is, Hubby's not quite the same guy anymore. Living in Wimberley can do that to you. The longer you are here, the stronger your voice becomes, and the less willing you are to overlook injustice. So last week, when Idea Man went into one of his same old rants for the millionth time, John did something he's never, ever done before. He talked back. He said "Ya know what? That's the dumbest shit I've ever heard." The guy's still not speaking to him.
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Uh-oh. John's turning (even more) into George :-) Actually, it's probably the best thing he can do for his mental health!
Keep me posted on John's progress so I can see the man I am about to become :)
Will do!
Oh that made me laugh; both John's "happy" face in the pic, and his comment at the end!! Great!!
I love the shades on your 'jewel of your life.'
The pursed lips indicate that, perhaps, the cares of Houston are beginning to fade away in importance.
Between live music, new growth of spring on the property, and distance, the perspective of being away and 'retired' may be dawning, slowly, on your 'greatest treasure.'
Keep up the good work. And keep writing on both blogs.
It was difficult at first, trying to handle two blogs at once, but I'm finally falling into a rhythm of sorts -- writing a wordy post on one blog, and just a photo post on the other, one day, then vice versa the next day.
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