One of the ways I measure whether or not my life is on track, generally speaking, is by the quality of people I encounter on a day-to-day basis. This past week-end, I spent in the country with new friends. I was invited up to spend the week-end only after I refused to let my close friend, Mauricio, out of his accepted invitation to dinner. Maricio is Lucy to my Ethel. I think we compliment each other well. He drives me more crazy than I drive him, but I'm working on it. Mauricio is newly in-love. Well, newly meaning less than a year. The object of his affection is Gary, a charmer from Australia. Here's a shot of the two of them beside the pool on Sunday.
That's Mauricio on the right. Our hosts for the week-end were Charles and Jeff. This is Charles.
And this is Jeff.
They have four Chihuahuas. Mauricio has 3 dogs, and yes, they were all with us. I am NOT enamoured of dogs, especially in multiple numbers. Neither is the Chihuahua my favorite breed, but dogs are like people in the sense that they are all individuals. Once you get to know them, some you'll like, some you won't, and some you won't care one way or another.
Also along for the week-end was Greg. He and I were the odd men out, so to speak. Neither of us were part of a couple. He is a very kind and generous person. I was pleased to meet him.
The final couple on the retreat were two delightful young men by the names of Jerry and Rich. I have a huge crush on both. They were as smart and interesting as they were charming. This is Rich,
And this is Jerry.
I must be doing something right if this is the quality of the folks I'm encountering in the universe.
Oh, and boys, it was the Perseid Meteor Shower which entertained you so long after I went to bed and slept.
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