Friends in Life can be found EVERYWHERE (even on vacation)!
- Kimber
- Apr 26, 2017
- 3 min read
While I was at Georgetown Cupcakes, I asked the gentleman behind the counter where I should go to eat dinner. (It was about 4PM). He suggested the Farmers Fishers Bakers restaurant located on the waterfront.
So here’s the deal, when I made my way over to Georgetown in the D.C. area, I had 1% left on my cell phone. I still needed to Uber back to the city. I was scared to use my phone at all. So I started walking. I walked down the busy M street and took in all the scenery of shops and restaurants. I noticed the water was across the street, so I decided to go over there. I found myself heading down stairs and around corners to this street that was “lower” and felt abandoned. Now, I’m scared. Am I walking the correct way? Should I use my phone? I decided… keep walking… get to the water. Luckily as I made my way to the water, there it was! The Washington Harbour with signs that displayed a large mixed-use development located right there on the Potomac. (Can’t you tell I’m in real estate?) I saw the sign for Famers Fishers Bakers. I made my way to the restaurant and sat at the bar on the corner.
I asked the bartender if he had a charger that I could use and denoted that if he saved me from my 1% I would give him a huge tip. He sadly responded that he didn’t have one. It was ok, they shouldn’t be responsible for having to take care of someone that just didn’t plan effectively.
A couple sat down to my left, which means they were technically in front of me. This couple were going “out” for the evening. You could tell by the way the lady was dressed and/or almost dressed. (Know what I mean?) I immediately detected via my strong listening skills that he was not happy. I felt sorry for her. Here she was all dressed and ready for a night on the town and he was just in a sour mood.
I can’t remember what caused her to speak to me but she did. (Yes, she spoke first!) I’m not sure how the conversation got started but I explained I was on a trip to DC by myself. I asked where they were from and she explained she was from there; however, he was visiting from Cleveland. Let me move quickly beyond this couple because they aren’t the reason for this post. I want to give them a shout out though, because she had a charger and saved my phone life.
While the couple from DC/Cleveland were still there, three individuals came to sit beside me to the right. A beautiful young African-American woman, her husband and his twin brother. I jokingly asked if the two were brothers. People, they were IDENTICAL! (See picture).
Next thing you know, the love affair began. I learned how Stacey and Derrick had talked about moving to Texas. In the short amount of time of talking at that point, I explained that they would either love Dallas or Austin. I explained the whole “Keep Austin Weird” movement and the artist aspect of the city. I learned about how Derrick had decided a few years back to leave his job and pursue his dream of a clothing line that is influenced by music and art, as well as, his passion for photography. I absolutely loved the name of his clothing line “My Art is my Arsenal.” Derrick spoke so beautifully about his wife that has supported him in the pursuit of his dreams. The love the two of them shared was so strong.
Stacey, Derrick and I discussed personal things related to hopes/dreams/prayers about something in their marriage. I told them that I believed in the power of prayer and I would by praying and believing with them. (Stop, take the time right now and whisper an unspoken prayer for Stacey & Derrick.)
Eric, Derrick’s twin, (He’s gonna hate me labeling him that) then began to talk to “We love Kim” – I cannot tell you where Eric works. After a while, he finally trusted me with the information. He has an amazing career at an amazing incredible place. Eric, I’m still believing it it’s going to take you to amazing heights.
I will shorten this story by simply mentioning- we stayed there for what seemed hours (it was really) – left there and went to go do Karaoke. Let’s just say Kim and Stacey did “I’m every women” by Whitney Houston, regardless of the number of times I explained how low my singing range is! I love the new friends that I met along this journey and wish them nothing but greatness for their life’s journey!
Note: When Karaoke is around, just sing!
Lesson: Unexpected Friendships are the best ones.
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