Yeah...... those belong to the infamous Mr. New Boots.
Boots has been the sweetest friend to me during this difficult, transitional time. Two years ago, he was in the same position as I am--so he's been able to tell me from first-hand experience about all the walls I'm bound to run into and the detours still ahead. He understands perfectly what I'm feeling. And that has been such a blessing. My jokes about him being my second, unpaid therapist are true-- this poor man has listened to me ramble on and on and on.... and never once told me "I'm really tired now and can't possibly listen to another word come out of your mouth".....though he may have thought it :). He's also proven himself very handy for moving heavy pieces of furniture and offering to catch any scary moths that get into my house!!!
Of course New Boots and I have also had a couple of talks about becoming more than friends when the time was right. It just seemed natural. And he knows a good woman when he sees one ;). But, alas, Bootsie and I have two very different kinds of personalities. We're both members of the same church and share an affinity for laughter and cake (mmmmmm.....cake)---but NB is a free-spirited, outdoorsy, 'grab life by the horns and just go with it' kind of guy. While I, on the other hand, am a cautious, goody two-shoes homebody who overthinks and overplans everything. Sorry, Debbie--I know you were kind of rooting for us :). But--I suppose it wouldn't have mattered if we were custom made for each other anyway, cause Boots came to deliver me some terrible, horrible, no good, very bad news......
He's moving away....
way away.....
to California away....
I should have guessed. That's where all the cool, buttoned-down, medical office manager by day/ mysterious, suave biker guy by night kind of men end up eventually.
And I'm just feeling a little sad about the whole situation because I'm gonna lose my buddy :(. But happy for him at the same time :). He's got some great opportunities waiting there. And I know it's where he needs to be for now.
****BIG SIGH****
I'm gonna miss ya New Boots. Hope you still find time to play along with me on my blog there in the Golden State. Hope, too, that all your dreams come true. And thank you. Really. Thank you.
19 comments:
Oh my goodness Jennifer!! We must be in "blogger sync". What are you doing up so late??? Who am I to talk...look at me.
First of all, I've contemplated letting Mr. New Boots try to comment first...sorry NB, a blogger friend's gotta do what she's gotta do, and commenting gold just can't wait until tomorrow!
So anyway, adu to you Mr. New Boots, and I'm glad you were such a good friend to Jennifer. Best wishes in California. Stay away from those fires!
As for you Jennifer....I don't know what to say!! You're so open and honest. I have questions, and answers all at the same time. Your writings just have a way of coming around full circle. All questions are answered, all wonderings of how serious this relationship really was are final. I guess we'll just have to sigh along with you, and bid our friend adu.
Adu, Mr. New Boots once again, adu.
NOOOOO!! NO, NO, NO!! Opportunity, schmopportunity. Suave biker guy by night? Jen, how can you let this man go without some dramatic romance? I know it means that there's another New Boots out there for you, but oh...I had such high hopes.
there is some really AWESOME music on this blog! sorry if this comment has nothing to do with the post but I just had to let you know.
Being new to the party...I am thinking I am missing something. But...whatever it is...and whatever New Boots might have been...I'm sorry your friend is moving so far away. My best friend has NEVER lived close to me. I've spent a small fortune in long distance before cell phones...done lots of emailing...and right now I am visiting her. But, I do so wish she lived next door and we could raise our girls together...
Well, that's ok then. Because you got the rebound relationship OUT OF THE WAY and can move on! Mr. New Boots, I want to thank you for taking care of my adopted far away baby sister during this transition. And who knows, maybe something will work out in the future. Until then, we bid you adieu, and thank you for lifting her up during this tough time. I know the Lord brought you into her life for a reason...Reasons we may never know, but they are good ones nonetheless.... And JP...as I've told you many times, there are good times awaiting you. Also, I'm sure this is no surprise to you, I am a homebody and a goody two shoes as well and there ain't nothing wrong with it;)!
How did you meet Mr. Boots? He seems so mysterious with his nickname and photo. Too bad he's moving away. Glad he's been a good therapist. I could use a free therapist myself!
Amanda,
I will check New Boots' calendar and see if he can squeeze you in for a few sessions :).....
I didn't set out to meet NB. He worked for my eye doctor. I had some time before my appointment and I was the only one there---so we started talking. Turns out he was from the same tiny town as Brad, served his mission in the same place, and worked in the same field. Eerie.... Good thing the similarities stopped there! And he really does have a name (a nice one) and a face (also nice)---but a little mystery is fun :).
Ahhhh....so it's "adieu". Thanks Debbie.
Adieu, Mr. New Boots...the right way...
;)
OH NO!!!! Say it isn't so! NO,NO, NO NEW BOOTS! Is he worth uprooting for...lol, kinda :) ( I don't expect an answer, you know that right? I'm just bloggin' out loud!) Bummer though, I was rooting for him...as my "rebound relationship" turned in to the best thing that had ever happened in my life! LONNNNGGG story! Married waaaayy toooooo young (graduated from HS and got married in July! YOWZAHHHH!) Anyway, won't crowd up your comments! I'm sorry for your friend having to leave but good luck to you New Boots!
Well, where have I been. Who is this Mr. NB? So, California isn't all that far away. And if it's meant to be, then it is. And gas prices will eventually go down. Where in Cali is he going? Northern is fun. Southern, well, it does have the happiest place on earth.
And to anonymous whose comment I had to delete---
Yes, I am FULLY aware. Have some faith in me. I value my church membership. And please email me rather than leave comments like that on my blog.
Darn it....I wish I wouldn't have missed the anonymous juicy comment that had to be deleted. But your retort was fun to read. ;) I'm glad that New Boots has been a great friend and even more glad that he introduced you to the new circle of single friends that he did. It's nice to have birds of a feather to hang with.
Darn! I wish I got to see the comment! E-mail me Jennifer and let me know what it was!
It's so nice to have someone to lean on who has been through what you are going through at the time. I hope that you can continue your friendship long distance.
*sigh*
I am a sucker for some romance so I was hoping for you! Glad that you had someone to talk to and share the load a little bit.
God is good to provide friends to help us and listen to us when we need it. Glad you have 'new boots'! Sorry he is moving away.
Lisa Q.
lifewiththequeens.blogspot.com
I think this is a great sign that life is going to better without PissAnt and the possibilities could right around the corner whenever you are ready.
And I used to pick wild asparagus too. We have been enjoying it grilled with olive oil and kosher salt.
First of all, I am so sorry you have an anonymous. If anyone is questioning you of all people, they need to go fill their time with something productive.. they obviously have too much of it on their hands.
Now, on to the real reason I am here.. California ain't all that bad... I happen to love it. Things work out mysteriously, and who knows what is to come for you and Mr. Boots.
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