But 4 days with 4 people who are independent and single and all used to doing things their own way...now that's another story! And I have my ideas and ways with the best of them, but my ways are better...or are they??
The differences showed up quickly. Is it better to take your time and make leisurely stops or try to get to your destination as quickly as possible? I, for one, need to learn to enjoy the journey.
And grocery shopping... Should you make a list before you go, or not? Do you buy what's cheapest or better quality? Whole milk or 2%? What kind of fruit do you like for breakfast?
Our apartment was interesting but quite comfortable and spacious. We learned how to navigate after 4 days. The bathroom divided the 2 parts - one side with a living room and bedroom and the other with a kitchenette and bedroomette. When someone was in the bathroom you couldn't get to the other side and only hoped you had what you wanted on the side you happened to be on. We learned patience. We learned to make due with what we had.
And what time did we want to get up in the morning? Or did we even want to decide on a time or just let it happen? Those of you who know me, know that sleeping in is definitely part of a vacation! That is why I chose the back bedroom where I could shut the door! Some of the others were out and about, taking long walks by the river before I ever batted an eyelash. Walking later in the day was fine with me...but then there was the question of where, when and how far??
And what should we eat? Italian, Mexican, Chinese, IHOP or fast food? Should we split a meal? Ice cream for dessert? Shopping - 10 minutes or 3 hours?? And what is the correct way to play "Dig"?
Lest you think I didn't have a good time, I will assure you I did! I laughed - harder than I have in a long time! I slept - to my heart's content! I got in some walking - just the right amount! I ate ice cream - even though it wasn't on my diet! I drove in an unfamiliar town - just because I wanted to give my friend a break! I breathed deep and listened - as the train wound its way through the Royal Gorge. I delighted in learning to know these friends better - the special creation God has made them to be.
I learned a lot. To give and take. To accept other's ways of doing things. To say what I think. To let it rest.
What does it matter at the end of the day if the toast is all buttered, if we have potatoes for breakfast, if we leave at 10:30 or 11?
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