There have been many goodbyes. Part of leaving is saying goodbye. In previous writings he has discussed the therapeutic value in planning and preparation. And then the ritual of "packing the pack." Followed closely by the orchestrated flow of your daily life while on the road. But the passion in your life can be measured by the goodbyes. There was a time when woman cried. There was a time when men wondered how he could just leave, pick up and go. Those days have moved on though. He has created an expectation of those around him as make goodbyes fairly commonplace, even mundane.
Yet still, there always is a sense of excitement in those that say goodbye, even now. On one such occasion, he had a friend who took a few minutes to write him some words of his own. Wishing he could ride along, but unable to go, he sent him off with the words only a cowboy could appreciate.........
Written by Rick P
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