When “The suddenly’s” happen with more frequency, we take stock of how to best preserve our closeness through memories. 

When dear, long standing friends show up we double hug, catch up on the so and so’s and order our vodka with lemons to accompany our shared appetizers. 

And so on we went, picking up where we left off, recalling memories that only we remember. Soon our drinks are gone:

“Take care of yourself. . . .”

“We ’ll talk again soon. . . .”

Sometimes we wonder which one of us will be the first to not answer.

Make it an easy on yourself Monday.