Bunny is ready for some R & R

Someone at World Headquarters III needs a vacation.

And you’re looking at her. We’ll return to that in a moment.

The community has made clear three pertinent points the last 10 days:

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— My Deb was widely loved and respected. This I knew.

— More than a few people think I’m OK as well. Hmmm.

— Friends are eager to help me through this grief process. But…I need to ask.

See, that’s the rub. Asking for help. Or, even knowing what help I desire.

I’ve lost count of the number of kind people who offered their help in the days after Deb’s passing. “Anything you need, let me know!” is a common refrain. It's appreciated.

Here’s what I told many of those friends: I don’t KNOW what I need. It’s very difficult to describe this mental state. I feel both helpless and confused at the same time. There’s a need, but I can’t identify it. I need to be…not…THIS. 

I spouted off at a few family members the other day. Really let ‘em have it. I felt terrible afterward, but my friends with experience in this intimate type of grief say I have long-buried emotions that are likely to roar to the surface with no warning.

“This won’t be your worst day,” someone told me. “Won’t be your best, either.”

So, what help do I need? What can I identify? 

I need to get out of town for a few days later this month. And I need someone to take Bunny while I’m gone.

It's a seven-day plan: Tuesday, Nov. 18 to Tuesday, Nov. 25, which is two days before Thanksgiving. I’m looking for a situation where, after seven days, Bunny is both eager to see me and wants to tell me all about her fun vacation. She’s been with only me since December, and the last few days haven’t been fun. Bunny could use a break.

(Which leads to this question: Will Bunny be OK with a week-long separation?)

I haven’t looked at boarding yet because I wanted to offer it to JWC readers first. You’ve given me nothing but A-plus advice for both Bunny and the late Buddy. If this sounds up your alley, please message me.

As for me, I need a getaway myself. Just Mike and Spiritual Deb on a road adventure. I have something in mind to honor Deb that we would have enjoyed together. And I'll connect with family at the same time.

Thanks for your patience. My writing’s a little choppy this week. Even I can tell. 

I so much appreciate your prayers, kind words, and encouragement. One day at a time.

— The County Commission meets today at 1 p.m. I’m neither attending nor watching online. Didn’t look at the agenda. I’ll be back at it soon, but my mind just can’t go there right now. Here’s the thing about politics: It has no expiration date. Whatever commissioners do today will still be fresh when I’m ready to roll.

Have a terrific Tuesday, friends.

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