An Unexpected Friend
It’s time to talk about Rodney again. Many of you know him. He was a part of my life for 8 years, a part of this blog for 4 years, and when we broke up last March, his name was dragged through the mud with my anger and bitterness.
I meant what I said at the time. It was a hard time, a bad time, and a very ugly, low point. I’m not going to backtrack and try to pretend it didn’t happen.
But over time, wounds have healed and I finally forgave him in August. You may have even noticed that sometimes he comments on posts now.
Rodney has become a good friend and an active part of my life. We talk several times a week, sometimes for an hour or more. I’ve spent time with him and his new partner. The three of us went to a festival one day, and another time, we went out to dinner and a bar with some of their friends. Last Sunday, I met them at church and went to brunch afterwards. I like his new partner and I’m happy for them.
It’s amazing how life can change. I obviously never thought I’d hang out with an ex and his new man. I never thought that we’d become friends and we’d talk about boys together. He even tries to set me up with his friends! Ha ha!
Anyway, life is funny. For better or worse, this is where it’s brought me. I’m glad that Rodney has become an unexpected friend. For all the mean things I’ve said about him, I felt I should say something nice.
Thanks, Rodney.
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I love those parts of our lives after crisis or trouble that, finally, finally, smooth out……even out……regain consistency and peacefulness and evenness. I’m very happy for you.
Good for you guys!
I am very happy for both of you. This is a good step forward for you, and I’m sure for Rodney as well. And of course you are still parents of 3 precious critters!
Glad you guys can do that and get along well. Do you guys attend the same church? Reminds me that I’d like to find a church.
Another random question. Just wondered if those are your legs at the top of your page.
Rodney has been attending the church since last spring. This was my first time there. I do think I’ll go back, although it may just be once per month since it’s a bit of a drive out there. But if you can find a church that you like and feel comfortable in, I’d recommend it.
Those are my legs.