social

...and only a week later i was part of another work dinner. a bit more fancy, more complex. the entire staff of a small studio, from owner to book keeper. and hey, we managed to have fun, relax, rest and reenergize our spirits. ted is a great leader because of the way he talks to his people and how he builds them up, and sees the positive in them and points it out. sometimes i think he is so successful because he trusts people. one would think that this would work against him. but no. he is very firm and straightforward and he is a dreamer and a hopelessly hopeful person.
Rachel was a riot. she is funny and kind and gracious. she and her husband were cute. and everybody honored everybody else with a gracious presence and communication and god listening skills. Vanessa was great and loved her laughter. she has an accent too. and she is unforgettable with her presence. rick has a lovely girlfriend. and if we had anything in common was a genuine smile and kindness to each other. this could have been awkward and intimidating ...but no. there was no room for such odd feelings. want a great getaway with conrad's company. how awesome is ted. how blessed are we to be surrounded by such people. a while ago we were kind of isolated... and now we have to much of it. of this social life.