In the middle of a hectic work week, massive Spanish immersion and one million things I don`t know, I have a new craving. The deep desire to be alone. The desire to not talk to anyone. The desire for profound and unending quiet. Time without trying. An effortless afternoon. We can maximize what our quieter selves are asking of us, a space to simply be alone.

There is also this idea that one can spend time with friends, love them, but not really talk to them in certain interactions. These are among my favorite types. A shared afternoon at the beach with warmth and company without much talking. Were are here, we are resting, we are happy to be in the same place. But we won`t be dissecting any major ideas. We are not going to debate global health.

As though we all have a clear understanding, this is the place for rest.