remembering the day before Change

today was nothing at all like the one 365 days ago – still, i will most likely remember that day again in 365 days time. you see, 29 Dec ’07 was the day before the Day.

i had just returned from my trip to the UK and many of my friends were in the region for the holidays – as were several of my cousins. i’d orchestrated an impromptu beach-braai (bbq) near my house for that afternoon – seeing as how everybody had other plans for New Year’s Eve. the turn-out was quite astounding! (i had a pretty solid reputation for throwing the best parties…)

i started drinking in the early afternoon – which was not a strange thing for anybody to do, really. we were having so much fun, catching up and reminiscing, joking and making plans, making a huge fire and meeting new friends (everybody brought somebody, of course). the party was light-hearted and cheerful. summer evenings can be endless…

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4 responses to “remembering the day before Change”

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    this post is delightful AND heartwarming. sometimes i forget that you had your own dark moments my friend. congratulations on recognizing the need for change and the courage to see it through. absolutely love the song….i admire your style….:O

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    with friends and warriors like you – the road ain’t half that bad ;0)

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    Willie, that is a wonderful, insightful and tender post. Well done!

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