This being August, the roommate has a birthday right around the corner. Hard to get him a present because he really doesn't like 'things'. He does, however, really enjoy sitting out on our patio playing guitar. He has often stated that he wished it was in a little better shape so it would be even more pleasant. I can agree with that, we had some flooding last year that wiped out the flooring and left even the concrete slab in need of repair. Perfect! I'll fix up the patio as a surprise. I can certainly patch concrete and install the new flooring.
Do you think he could cooperate just a little by going away? Of course not!
He had a job out of town Friday and had suggested making a weekend out of it with some friends. I told him I didn't want to go, but that he certainly should and that I was sure they would have great fun. His response "I don't really want to go without you. I really like the idea of us spending time together." Sure it's sweet, but it is not helpful. No amount of reassurance (or conniving) could change his mind. So he went up to Flagstaff and back yesterday and we are spending the weekend together. And the patio still looks like heck. And I have to come up with something to give him for his birthday.
No, I'm not worried about him finding out about this. I can hardly get him to check his email, there is little chance he'll be visiting my site.
Posted by Vox at August 2, 2003 01:08 AM | general