Last week I found out that my brother really likes me.
I mean, I know that, but we don't always get along. We are a lot alike, but we are miserable at having conversations with each other. The funny thing is that we're usually coming from the same perspective, and with good intentions, but the words get lost in translation and interpretation.
Monday night, though, he stopped by my physical job while I was downstairs eating dinner, and apparently asked every other employee he saw if I was there. Not only that, he let them know that we hadn't seen each other in a long time, and he really wanted to say hello.
Finally, one of my coworkers took pity on him and took on the burden of tracking me down. A manager paged me, and I made my way upstairs to find my brother. We were about to spend about 10 minutes catching up, giving hugs, and being entirely cordial.
I really love my brother. He is tough and sentimental. He is adventurous and measured. He is intense and goofy. He is supportive and wants to the best for me. He will always look at my choices through the lens of someone who is three years old, with more experience, and more perspective.
While I may not see my brother often, I cherish our relationship, and am glad for it.
It would be interesting to know what your brother thinks of the same event...him tracking you down with such fortitude. Maybe he had more to tell you than he did or than you want to share?
ReplyDeleteI think he just missed me. I know I missed him!
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