Friday, July 6, 2007

Maike – The In-Law’s Place

The nagging started a few days ago. It had been going on for some time now. I could sense the signs, but failed in measuring their intensity. The short less-than-a-day visits still existed, but they somehow failed to reduce the anxiety that was building up.

My sweetheart had been throwing up tantrums for a couple of months now. She was longing to visit her family. I attempted to assuage her feelings by paying a couple of visits. But I failed in detecting her real want. The need to spend a few days away, with her folks.

Basically, I tried to think like myself, while being in her position. It was an experiment doomed from the start. Things, that are irrational by definition, should not be rationalized. It is a mistake I often make, a trap I frequently fall into. And it happened, again.

She, without an alternative, decided to force me to drop her off at her “parents’” place. It is hard without her. But I guess like all human beings, I would adapt to the situation. And more importantly it is only a few days. I guess these days of solitude should help me reflect upon the situation properly and learn my lesson properly.

p.s. My sweetheart is my dear car, a Silver colored 2005 Model Suzuki Swift. It has been a few months since I last drove her to the workshop. There was no need. A recent accident necessitated a visit. I would have to re-acquaint myself with my legs or a motor-bike for the coming few days.

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