Considerations

At a recent gathering of our clan of Fairies, we as a group were complimented by one of our own. This individual who shall remain nameless, but her initials are ‘P.a.t.t.i.’, mentioned that we were all so thoughtful, kind and considerate. In her reflections, she mentioned that there were so many times in life that people in general don’t notice one another. Never could she recall that we neglected to hold a door open, make a phone call of concern, or neglect one another.

Over the years, we have all suffered illnesses and withstood physical discomforts. Calls were made, food prepared and delivered, carpooling, prayers said, and house gifts sent. “These considerations come naturally” she said. “We don’t ask nor expect and yet they arrive.” Sometimes it’s the simplest gesture that gets noticed…getting into a buffet line and being handed the plate first. Emails and e-cards are sent, holiday cards in snail-mail too. Hospital visits and get well at home visits are included. Congratulations for a child’s event and new grandchildren are also acknowledged. “We are an exceptional crew”, she said.

“There aren’t many like us or as lucky as us. We genuinely like and appreciate each other. When we are together in a crowd, people take notice of our camaraderie. ‘They’ want to be like us….good friends, lifelong friends.”

It’s nice it shows.

Perhaps it’s our shared background, our introduction to each other at St. Mary School. Maybe it is the values instilled at a young age. But, what is it that accounts for our friendly continuation beyond our 8^th year at this school? It can only be the acceptance of one another…as is. This is the root of our friendships. Not always an even keel as life flows by, but gentle enough to guide us back to each other. The appreciation and considerations were like glue…solid, yet supple and flexible to allow us to each be our own person.

Considerations make considerably good friends.

Cathy