Lunch with E

18 year's or so have passed but she looked just the same. May be slightly more sophisticated, but it was still the same smile, the same bright eyes, the feeling of presence and famililarity.

We met during our college years through a mutual friend who I haven't seen since. This friend was going through some tough times back then and E told me that somehow it just continued.

We talked about this. The fact that some people seem to always end up on the wrong side or have more difficult times than others. Unfortunate illnesses or injuries, addictions, unhealthy relationships and a never ending escaping from bosses or friends who just don't understand. Why is it that some people seem to be more unlucky than others?

We both grew up in stable and loving families and we couldn't agree more on the fact that our lifes are imprinted by our childhood. How our parents provide us with unconditional love and safety from day one. How we are allowed to be children. How we can take our parents for granted. The obvious feeling of belonging and being rooted. A safe harbour that is always open and available.

E is a fantastic person and friend. In addition to her own three children, she is also the extra mum for one of her friend's daughters and welcome her into a safe harbour whenever she needs it. It was so inspiring to meet her again and I'm full of admiration. And may be a little bit jelous.