I'm in a ménage à trois with my Muse and the Road

It's far too soon to make any long-term judgments, but I've been spending the past few months putting into practice decisions I made this summer. I was feeling lonely and decided to reach out more to my friends, and I'm very pleased to say that it's working brilliantly.

I just spent several days with people I hold very dear, and while I'm overstimulated to the point of needing to step back for a little bit, I feel very loved and supported by my network. I'm deeply thankful for the many wonderful people in my life, who share so much with me.

I've been listening to Sondheim's Company a lot lately, identifying very closely with the main character. I was introduced to the play last winter, when a friend said it reminded her of me, and I must say that in some respects she was dead-on. In others, however, she was less accurate: having been married I have a clearer idea of both the ups and the downs than Bobby* does.

Mainly, I reject the ending of the play, where Bobby* wants to give love as much as to receive it; I have a great many things to care for and to look after. I like to think I'm a supportive friend and confidante, and I'm well-married to my career. Essentially, I'm in a ménage a trois with my Muse and the Road.

*bubi Robert darling