#187

Montgomery gentry's song "lucky man" came on the radio today. I really cannot remember the last time I had heard that song. It's a good one. One part says "I got some buddies who would be here fast, I can call them any time of day. I've got a brother who's got my back. Got a mama who I swears a saint. "and when I heard that today, I thought that was so right on. 

My friends may be scattered from California to New York, Texas to Bavaria. But when I need them, they are there for me. And my brothers love their baby sis like only big brothers can. 

I needed that reminder today. My friends all feel so far away. In less than 40 days I will see the bestest (ahhhh!) but she is still too far away. And who knows when I will see G again. Making new friends when you are 24, married, and a mommy is a pain. 

But no matter what, my friends are there for me, no matter where 'there' is. 

On a completely different note- eating in restaurants in the States can be pretty annoying! Don't get me wrong, it's awesome. We missed it so much when we couldn't have it. But tonight, I saw things that made me miss German dining. Crazy, I know!

Out waitress was great. She was friendly, and helpful, and attentive. Too attentive! I am used to my waitresses spending about two seconds asking what I want to eat and drink, and then not seeing them again until I ask for the check. So not the case here! I almost felt rushed. No, that's not right. I DID feel rushed. 

And this couple that was sitting beside us... They were also very nice. Again, it's weird that they spoke English! But the lady was on her phone almost the whole time. Another chick sitting close to us was texting the whole meal instead of speaking to her mom. Really?

I know, people do that kind of thing all the time. That is the new normal. This is a plugged in society. Blah, whatever. It is irritating. Stop talking on the phone and start talking to the person you are with. Please. 

But please, don't say "mommy, I farted. I need to poop!" loud enough for the whole restaurant to hear. Love my children!