Our hostess was angry at the weather and afraid that no one would show up. The day was grey, windy, and the temps around 55°. The rain spritzed off and on during the 3.8 mile hike. But that didn’t stop us. About 16 women and a few spouses showed up.
We made an eclectic group of women from across the community. Our hostess was the only person who knew everyone in the group. As we walked along, we formed and re-formed little groups and chatted. We discovered common interests and acquaintances. The one universal question was, “How do you know Susie?” One clever woman dubbed our hostess “Kevin Bacon” because the branching, spider web of relationships could all be traced back to Susie.
The rain started up again as I got in my car to head over to Atlanta Bread Company for lunch with the group. As I peeled off some of my layers, ran my fingers through my damp hair, and turned on the wipers, I thought to myself that I really enjoy nature hikes in the light rain. But I don’t think I should plan a move to the Pacific Northwest anytime in the near future.
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Great idea for a mixer! Now I wish we lived closer! This may mean we have to create a PLRH retreat! Anyone, Marcia, Mixed reflections, Marvin, Michael?
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