Monday, 13 October 2008

Melancholy is sadness that has taken on lightness

At the end of four days of truly being a full time princess I must admit to feeling a little sore as I crash land back on planet earth. Days have been spent on frivolity and living in that slightly rose tinted place in my mind. Once again home in front of the PC I find myself with so many fond memories that the reality of everyday life isn't as shiny.

I've not been without DH for the past four days - this in itself has been bliss. His everlasting love and comfort wraps itself around me like the softest quilt. On top of this, I have had the pleasure of sharing space with people who without any introspection or second thought have allowed me to fall into step with them. The four of us were able to share this space without any awkwardness or claustrophobia which is so often the dominant feeling when around other people. In addition, the friendship which I had previously considered immensely precious has become more so. My ability to relax and be completely at ease came as a bit of a shock - even DH noticed my ease at being publicly and generally tactile increased. This is no small miracle.

Perhaps a man can measure himself by the number of friends, but I disagree. One can still feel alone in a crowded room, but even if you only have a handful of people who you are able to connect with completely they count for more than an army of acquaintances.

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