I had a former girfriend named Wendy, (no relation to anyone in the UK.)While sometimes critical of some of the things I did, she had an unconditional love for her rescue dog Ruby. It’s been over ten years, but I fondly remember her affection for her pet. She would frequently take Ruby to the Upper West side dog run for some exercise. One time, while they were meeting other dogs, a small dog peed on Wendy’s leg. I told her if bird poop is considered good luck, why not other things as well. She however did not agree.
Wendy also has a mild case of OCD. She would frequently turn a light off and on, or would check her door lock multiple times before we could leave her apartment.
One time we also went to Assateague Island in Maryland to camp out with the wild horses. In the middle of the night, there was a huge rain storm, and during that time Wendy had to leave the tent to check the car multiple times to make sure it was locked before we could go to sleep. Why anyone would try to get into her car in the middle of a rain storm remains a mystery. Nevertheless we had a great time despite her anxieties.
One time we also went to Assateague Island in Maryland to camp out with the wild horses. In the middle of the night, there was a huge rain storm, and during that time Wendy had to leave the tent to check the car multiple times to make sure it was locked before we could go to sleep. Why anyone would try to get into her car in the middle of a rain storm remains a mystery. Nevertheless we had a great time despite her anxieties.
I enjoyed camping on the beach with her, although I won’t miss the biting flies that preyed on us in the morning. I enjoyed seeing dolphins swimming in the water, and horses in the wild. It reminded me in a small way the rustic nature of how our country used to be, and maybe it could still be.
Life Lesson 49: When dating people remember that usually they don’t change too much so either accept them for who they are, or move on.
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