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The Edge

Trolltunga, Norway
 “the troll’s tongue” – a ledge 2,300 feet above the lake Ringedalsvatnet 
in Odda in Hordaland county, Norway

There’s a wonderful fellow by the name of Anu Garg who shares a word a day with the world.  I get it via email but it also appears as a web page.  There are often fun weekly themes, like this week’s “words that have all five vowels in order!”

http://wordsmith.org/words/adventious.html

Over the years, I’ve noticed that while I enjoy reading about the words, many days the best part is an extra that Anu tosses in at the bottom.  They’re often tied to the date or slyly comment on an issue of interest.  I read it.  And then I read it again.  And then I think about it and how it perfectly sums up an aspect of my strange and wonderful life.  And then… I know I have to share it.  Here is today’s entry:


A THOUGHT FOR TODAY: 
I want to stay as close to the edge as I can without going over. Out on the edge you see all kinds of things you can’t see from the center. -Kurt Vonnegut, Jr., writer (11 Nov 1922-2007) 


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Goodbye permanently

November 11, 2014 Tuesday
Me: We got Mom moved on Thursday. Brutal day but she is happy! Her new place is gorgeous! Philip took a motorcycle course Friday, rented a bike for 6 hours on Saturday and got his bike Monday. So strange to hear him say the things you did at the start. One more day tomorrow with my boss before she adopts!  Hope life is treating you well! 9:36 AM
Kris: I need to end any further contact with u. I am with a woman I love and have asked to consider marrying me. She knows about us and to help me not do what was wrong. I even have told her about recent texts (while of course not disclosing your identity in any way). This is not about you but about me. This needs to be goodbye, permanently and for real. I know u understand and wish u well in every way. Kris 10:51 AM
Me: I understand. Best wishes! 10:52 AM


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Randy little thing

November 11, 2014 Tuesday VETERANS DAY HOLIDAY

8:25am
Thank you for your military service Philip, and for all you told me so I understand how important it was!

8:27am Philip
Thank you! Picking up my bike today! Have a great day!

8:28am
Woohoo! So happy for you!

8:29am Philip
Rented one to get over the jitters

8:30am
I’m headed back to Mom’s to deal with Dad’s desk. Saw the real estate agent and furniture consignment lady yesterday. Progress!

Sounds like you’re doing the bike thing right!

8:44am Philip
I’m pretty comfortable on it. It’s the right size for me and I’ve smoothed out my starts and stops and now I just have to ride. Did a lot of corners yesterday but feel no requirement to lean her way over. Did zip through them at good speed though and I notice people see that big bike coming

8:46am Philip
Keep making progress. Had a delightful conversation with Beach Gal this morning. I’ll take it, made me smile and that’s a good thing. We’ll always be buddies. Good luck with the desk!

9:11am
Thanks kid. I am feeling really overwhelmed but know that will pass.

9:51am Philip
I know! Wanna hold my wiener? Ha!

9:54am
You know I want to hold it.. and stroke it…

10:36am Philip
I’ll wag my tail

10:36am
Wanna hear you bark!

10:37am Philip
LOL, ruff

11:16am
Now do me doggie style!

12:35pm Philip
You’re a randy little thing, I like that

7:45pm
Sushi dinner.  So sumptuous!
Eel, egg, shrimp tempura maki and salmon skin maki at Toraya, the best hidden gem in the area!

9:23pm

[photo of him on his new motorcycle]

That bike is so hot! So you! Hope you adore it!

9:46pm Philip
Thank you!

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Kris misses me

October 31, 2014 Friday
Kris: HI!  I want to get tested again for STDs…but can’t remember dates of when u and I did what…for accuracy of results around incubation periods. Could u call me when u get a chance? I’m counting on your penchant for recording “experiences”. 😉  Kris 11:02 AM

[Notice… it’s okay for him not to respond for days when I text but when he needs something I’m supposed to call right away?  During a work day?  Sorry… not doing that.  Ugh… I’m losing my cool.  *sigh]
Me: Hiya Kris. Happy Halloween! Your email with test results was dated April 10. 12:26 PM
Kris: Just want to talk about more recent stuff we did…dates, etc… even tho it may be low risk…u know me…little “paranoid” sometimes…going to be tested again shortly.  easier to talk about than text about…can I call u later tonite sometime? 1:16 PM
Kris: Was the last time I saw u…our “goodbye breakfast” on Sept 29? 1:42 PM
Me: Sorry…crazy day. Breakfast was Oct. 20. Leaving work now, going to the user car dealer to try to sell Mom’s car… will text when I get home and we can talk if you like. Mwah! 3:46 PM
Kris: k…is it safe to kiss thru texting? 😉 4:09 PM
Me: Home all evening. Call whenever. 6:12 PM
Kris: working (ugh!).  how late can I call…11:00 too late? 6:27 PM
Me: Who is this? The guy I know only works like this at the last minute on Saturdays! 6:52 PM
Kris: miracles happen…plus got a “hot date” tomorrow nite…thought I’d try to get it outta the way…not supposed to be talking to my former lover…just can’t seem to keep my own rules…which u certainly don’t give a flyin f about.  LOL 7:09 PM
Kris: and I didn’t mean that in any negative way…just that u and I have “different rules”.  after endless hours of talking about that you understand.  right? OMG.  I don’t know why I’m explaining. you KNOW me. 🙂 7:24 PM
Kris: btw…I miss u…but still have to do what I have to do. and all kidding aside, know u understand. which makes me miss u more.  life just sucks sometimes.  oh well… 7:50 PM


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Dinner out

October 28, 2014 Tuesday

            
5:39am Philip
Good morning. Another day, hope it’s s good one

7:52am

Good morning kid! Heading back to work. Yippee.   My brain is buzzing with all I have to do for Mom.  At least we got it put off a week.  Have a terrific Tuesday!

7:53am Philip

I’ll bet! It will get there.  : )

6:59pm
Worked at Mom’s tonight… sorting, tossing, packing.  Dinner out at Jimmy’s Steer House

 Arancini rice balls with marinara sauce 
Baked stuffed scrod with spinach rice pilaf
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Can’t change it

October 27, 2014 Monday
7:29am Philip
[photo of Philip smiling]

Morning! Have a great day!

7:32am

Good morning handsome!

I’m off work today!  Wish you were here to start the morning off right!  
Have a marvelous Monday!

7:35am Philip

Enjoy!

10:34am 

Can’t help thinking of you… a bit unkind but may be very true!

7:08pm Philip
You may be very right.  Not a psycho but lots of issues for sure. Amazing how you can fall so hard for someone who you know is so wrong. I can’t be with anyone doing drugs or an alcoholic. Grew up around family that both destroyed. Still got a cousin who is a horrible drunk, another pissed his life away over drugs, booze and gambling. Gonna buy me a bit of freedom with the bike. Love to ride. My heart is still so heavy over that girl. Coming to grips with the fact I can’t change it.

7:10pm Philip

Sit out and listen to tunes, sip scotch, enjoy a cigar alone. I’m ok with that


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Just When I Needed You Most

Randy Vanwarmer – Just When I Needed You Most 
(HD) HIGH QUALITY AUDIO

https://www.youtube.com/embed/yBOQgL731Ac?feature=player_embedded
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBOQgL731Ac
You packed in the morning, I stared out the window
And I struggled for something to say
You left in the rain without closing the door
I didn’t stand in your way.
Now I miss you more than I missed you before
And now where I’ll find comfort, God knows
‘Cause you left me just when I needed you most
Left me just when I needed you most.
Now most every morning, I stare out the window
And I think about where you might be
I’ve written you letters that I’d like to send
If you would just send one to me.
‘Cause I need you more than I needed before
And now where I’ll find comfort, God knows
‘Cause you left me just when I needed you most
Left me just when I needed you most.
You packed in the morning, I stared out the window
And I struggled for something to say
You left in the rain without closing the door
I didn’t stand in your way.
Now I love you more than I loved you before
And now where I’ll find comfort, God knows
‘Cause you left me just when I needed you most
Oh yeah, you left me just when I needed you most
You left me just when I needed you most