I don't have a very large footprint where I am, so I suspect not many would miss me if I did just up and leave, Conni. But I'm not inclined that way. Things are fine.

But your talk of cruises reminded me of travels in Europe when I was much younger and alone. I felt like a different person, disconnected, open to new experiences, trying to think and speak in new languages, imbibing new cultures. It was pretty heady and eye-opening.

It was also nearly 4 decades ago. Sheesh.

Open, honest, and lovely piece, as usual, my friend.