Road Trip

"There's a little bit of devil in those angel eyes." ~ lyrics from a country song

I love road trips! My parents used to pack the four kids into the back of the truck and off we would go. We were fortunate enough to travel throughout western Canada and the USA. They would even pull us out of school early some years to do it. Who could complain? Disneyland, Carlsbad Caverns, Grandma's place in beautiful BC, and Aunty Gibby's farm--so many amazing memories.

I am on a road trip now. Yesterday driving, I cranked the tunes and then settled on listening to country music on the radio. I grew up in a home where music was a huge piece of my life. Initially from my parents--my dad was a big country fan. Johhny Cash and some of the other golden oldies were one strand of music and then there was always Elvis. Yesterday, I was struck by how much country music was filled with love and/or images of sex. I don't listen much to secular music these days. I mostly listen to Christian or independent music.

Anyway, as I made my way south to friends in the USA, I began to think about relationships past and that occupied my mind as I drove. I think I have been pretty fortunate for the most part with ex-partners, even if a long-term relationship did not develop out of it. By the time I landed at my friend's home, I was happy for the quiet hours in the car to think--or not. I had a good visit last night and am on my way today with another friend even further south to meet up with yet another of our friends. I am looking forward to the continued road trip.

Peace,

Suzanne