Friday is here...

It is the late afternoon/early evening on a Friday in the 'burg.

These are the moments that I truly feel in limbo.  You see, during the week my work and other random life responsibilities keep me busy and generally content.  But on the occasions that I am in town on this day of the week, at this time, I can't quite describe how I feel.  Of course I'm happy that the weekend is here, but truthfully I'm a little lonely and wishing that I had more of my good friends close by.

These are the moments that, when I lived in Hoboken/NYC, Baltimore, and DC I would know that I would have friends to hang out with, even if ProMo was busy.

These are the moments that I remember saying to my co-workers/friends, "Where are we going tonight?" because it was just assumed that we had plans together.

These are the moments that I do envy the students...as they relax and play frisbee, football or soccer on the Drillfield.  I want to do that! OK - maybe not play those sports (because I really suck at all 3), but definitely sit out there and relax with friends.  It's a beautiful setting and reminds me of lazy days on the Quad at Duke.

These are the moments that I wish there were more than 5 places to eat/go out in the 'burg.

I know it will get worse when the weather warms up and I will want to sit on the patio at The Mill or walk down to the Mall or Rock Creek Park and chill with my peeps.

But in the spirit of T.I. (see the About ME! tab for an explanation/quote), I am trying to not focus on all that and really enjoy what I do have...

A great home. A great husband. Crazy yet infinitely lovable dogs. A safe place to live with a low cost of living. And lots and lots of friends.  Even if they're not here with me, it's nice to know that there are so many people I could count on if I really needed them.