Dear Friends Who Wish To Take Me to Lunch On My Birthday -
It is almost 4 pm and I am still very happily in my flannel nightgown. I neeeeeed this time alone, I think. Very badly. My husband and son come back tomorrow afternoon. My brother is descending upon me as well. And before you know it, my 16 year old daughter will be home from summer camp and I'll always have to have one eye on the clock thinking about where she is and when she is supposed to be home. So as much as I really would love to lunch with you ladies, especially on my b-day, I am going to have to ask you to please excuse me. My birthday present to myself is going to be a little more precious solitude. My karma will probably be one day to be living alone 24/7 and crave company. But right now it is a rare treat to feel the peace of silence.
Ruth, I am looking forward to reconnecting with you. And Ellen, time spent with you is always a delight. Thanks again for the lovely birthday gift of the Jonathan Franzen lecture. It was a special and memorable evening.
Both of you enjoy your day tomorrow. I will be thinking of you. I appreciate you both being willing to open your arms to include me at your lunch table and look forward to joining you next time. Thank you and enjoy.
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