In my mind, I pictured a nice little lunch stop at a shady rest area table – maybe around Lake Eufaula – while the dogs stretched their legs and we chatted about my writing and his upcoming internship. Maybe I should even make veggie wraps or turkey sandwiches for the road. Plus, with all the fruit stands along the way, I could buy a sack of home grown tomatoes and peaches. An old-fashioned picnic! Who doesn’t treasure a picnic? Just like old times.
I watched him up ahead, so handsome and independent driving along in his Xterra. Then just like the lightning fast Roadrunner, he disappeared on the horizon in a flash. I totally lost sight of him within five minutes flat. I hope he didn’t think Nana’s honorary deputy badge would get him out of an Oklahoma speeding ticket? I doubt it would even help him in Arkansas. What happened to my rule follower?
Hmphf! Well, I didn’t need help with Lucy and Annabelle anyway. I had driven all over the country with Tate and Kelsey when they were mere babies, and they weren’t even crated!! No matter how hungry I became, I would NOT stop for food. I had raw almonds and dried prunes in a sack beside me that became my “picnic” and would easily sustain me for days should I plunge into an Ozark ravine. Later, when I am discovered and interviewed on Good Morning America, he will feel bad for ditching me.
talya
Musical Pairings:
“Speed Racer Theme Song”, Danny Davis and the Nashville Brass
“Drive”, The Cars
Laughed out loud. Loved this one. Glad you “are back” once again. Been missing your blogs. Mom
I had my badge handy if needed. Tate’s Nana
So nice to be back with internet and a real bed!
That is hilarious! Just remember that we are supposed to give our children two things in life…roots and wings. I think you provided both and you can be proud of the results. ๐ PS So glad you are back online!
Just looking at that picture of you and Tate and I am wondering how he grew up but you didn’t age a bit!
ha I don’t know about that…but thanks!!
Yes, you show them how to fly and…. they are gone! Enjoyed your story. Thanks.
Thanks Winnie! Yes the goal is an empty nest, right?