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Didn’t know what to use for a title: nuts, brash, one-for-the-books.

The standard wisdom that I know is; when moving to a new environment, seek out your tribe- those that are ‘like’. When I began this solo-journey, I gathered with the tribe at the local religious center – otherwise known as a church. That garnered me the unwanted attention of two married men. As I don’t ‘do’ married men, it was a bust for friendship with the other half of the population. Therefore didn’t have a clue what it should be this time, as the church group is no longer my tribe. Nearby to where I live, is the local cinema. I picked up a brochure the other day that listed events in addition to the movies. On the list: “Formula One – Australia, start-of-the-season 5:30.” This means that in Melbourne, on the Grand Prix Circuit, early morning on Sunday it will be broadcast live at this venue and breakfast will be served. [All times in Holland are on the 24 hour clock.] Telephoned for information, reserved a ticket; I’m going. Most curious to see the composition of this group. Will it be a bunch of 40 somethings? Could be great fun!

ps at today’s writing group made a new friend – and she is going to join in on sunday! it means she has to drive 30 minutes at 5 am but she is is a kindred spirit maybe not about cars and racing, but the potential of a room full of men and boys!