Spring Bee Hiving Moon
The Woollies met at the University Club in St. Paul, a fine location with a quiet room, attentive service and lots of laughter.
We marveled at Tom’s fingers wriggling out beyond the stylish black cast that immobilized his recently operated thumb and his dexterity in grasping with no opposable thumb. We heard Bill talk about his numbness in his left shoulder, the moments just after he woke up at 4 am and his quiet acceptance that this was o.k. Except instead of dying he went back to sleep. Of course, we don’t know the number of people who do the same thing and then die. In Bill’s case a number of tests ensued and he learned he’s quite healthy with the exception of some calcium in his high vertebrae.
We discussed Frank’s ongoing recovery from his back surgery yesterday. Pain manageable and up and walking today or tomorrow.
The retreat brought up a lively discussion, as always. We settled on a topic/theme, What is your walk? This inspired by Tom’s reflections on a book he’s currently reading on the philosophy of walking. The retreat will involve excursions to Red Wing, possibly to Wabasha and hiking in the area around the Frontenac Retreat Center where we will stay.
Warren spoke about an adjustment to retirement that he’s been making. And we all helped him. Ha.
It was a lively, engaging evening. One interesting discussion came up about the issue of cooking for one. Bill raised it. Charlie suggested making something really tasty in a crockpot, or something else and then eating off it for three or four days. We looked at the idea of a meal and how a meal may involve at least two people. Otherwise you’re just eating. This is a matter widowers and singletons know intimately.
We went out to a clear night, stars bright and a cool breeze. An excellent Minnesota evening.