I'm still surprised when people are shocked that he goes away without me. I know that he likes to vacation with me, but of course he enjoys being manly: drinking whiskey, eating steak everyday, playing golf and poker with his guy friends. What guy wouldn't? I wouldn't dream of dragging Billy around the state of Tennessee shopping for the perfect pair of capris. Why isn't it acceptable to some that he and four friends head south to be men?
Okay, maybe the nay sayers don't understand what it is like in this area of Tennessee. This is not Spring Break 2006. There are no strip bars, or hot clubs in a 100 mile radius. (I couldn't really imagine Billy in a dance club anyway...) You can stand anywhere in Crossville and hit a church with a 7 iron. Lake Tansi is the #4 retirement destination in the United States. Pretty safe place for 5 married guys to go to.
The only women that the guys will be in contact with are Mitch and Mel, the bartender, and waitress from the County Club. Poor Mitch and Mel. When I was down there a month ago, they asked when the boys will be down because Billy gives them such a hard time. In return they serve him drinks void of any mix.
The wives of my husband's friends, (also my friends...) realize this as well. They deserve to get away. Also, it is a huge bonus that we own the house down there, as it saves everyone the expense of hotels. How great is that? In return, the guys always help out weed-whacking, cutting down a tree, or cleaning out the eaves. Good men.
So of course I will miss him terribly. Everyday I look forward to him coming home from work. Often he comes home, barbecues, cuts grass, moves dirt, plants grass seed, or has to go out on a call. There is always something to do.
I hope he enjoys himself! Play as much golf and poker as humanly possible. Buy that $70 Tiger Woods golf shirt if you want. Eat and drink like a King. He is my King, and he deserves it.
1 comment:
Liz
I hope Billy and the guys have a great time. There have been a number of times that Billy has barbecued steak for us, so I agree he deserves a break. All spouses should be able to go and be their individual selves for a while. It's good to remember that you are also your own person, not just half of a couple. I'm proud to know that a friend of mine is mature, generous and secure enough to support their spouse in this way.
Talk to you soon,
Beth
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