We just came home and found a voice message letting us know that a very long time friend passed away earlier today. The week has been very interesting on many levels. This morning we awoke with an understanding that it is acceptable at times to retreat within the self in order to allow time for recharge and repair. At this time, it is almost the sensation of observing ourselves from the third person. There is also a narration of sorts as though we are only a character in the novel someone else is writing. We wonder what they will write to finish things off for the vacation.