Having a Plan!

Yesterday was WAY BETTER ... desperately needed a plan to make the day work.  Love my friend, but she's all over the map with decisions.  Whiplash queen.

Even with a plan, she kept trying to change up timing (e.g. driving vs walking, where we parked, what time we left, dinner reservations, etc).  I kept firm to the plan WE decided and we actually got to do things instead of spinning in circles.

She's leaving today early afternoon, at noon, by 10 o'clock, at 8 o'clock, latest 10 o'clock as soon as she gets up.  Seriously, no exaggeration.  Guess our plans for breakfast and a walk are out the window this morning. 

That said, I had a great day.  Accepting how she shows up helped a lot.  This is her -- she spins and expecting different is fighting reality.  There's TONS to love about her and I try to focus on those qualities -- the wishy washy is just an annoyance for me.  I'm okay that I'm annoyed about it (probably will always annoy me), but it doesn't change how I feel about her.  

Massages were amazing.  Weather was great.  Good conversation.  Ate at two nice restaurants.  Shopping was on the mark (finished Christmas).  Enjoyed a tea house.  Very nice time.

I debated leaving this morning instead of tomorrow (raining all day) since she's getting on the road early.  I don't think I can swing it though.  Too much to do and I'd be rushed and tired making it happen.  Best to pace the day.  Now I have ALL DAY and need to rework what I'll do today.  I expected to have just the afternoon to myself doing cleanup chores.  It's kind of fun though.

I'm also not looking forward to the backyard gathering tonight because I'm a bit over-chatted and not interested in the introduction conversation on repeat.  Means to an end though.  If I want to get to know this couple (and our neighbors) this is an unavoidable step.  And I'm going alone which is extra pressure.  Smile on my face and give it a go -- taking one for the team.  AND, come on, it's a holiday gathering and we made the small invite list -- that feels good.

Have a great day.  Later gators.