I have no legitimate reason for not writing an entry within the past several days. I'll admit that I've been preoccupied with meeting someone new. This was purely unexpected and the work of a friend who seems to want to help my social life (or lack thereof). He is a nice gentleman a few years older than me, educated, and working through the aftermath of a failed marriage. When I speak to him, I feel like I'm talking to me from 4 years ago. He struggles with some of the same challenges I faced after being newly divorced. No matter how amicable a divorce is,it's never cut and dry, and no matter what there seems to be some amount of restructuring (emotionally, mentally, financially) that needs to be done. I can now appreciate the struggles that I went through, most notably depression and loneliness. If I'm able to help someone get through an area that I've previously overcome, it makes the challenge all the more worth it. He has a very soft and kind spirit about him and he carries the attitude of appreciation and thankfulness. As he left to go back to Orlando, I wondered as to why we met.  But I extended my friendship to him and I hope that I'm able to be a blessing in his life. The foundation for him to be exceptional is evident when you speak to him. I have a feeling that he will be an extraordinary man (in all areas of his life) when he is fully healed, confident, and prepared to run. I hope I'm given the opportunity to watch him progress.