I had a wonderful time last night.

Due to typing in the same programming circles so many years ago (over a decade?), I met a gentleman named Rainer Brockerhoff. We met in person some long time ago at an Apple WorldWide Developer Conference event, have seen each other at various WWDC’s over the years, and have certainly stayed in touch due to the magic of modern technology.

But the past week was a treat. You see, Rainer and his wife often travel together and so this time the plan was to come to WWDC then visit Texas. Last week they came to Austin for a bit and while my schedule was busy I made time to see them for lunch because I had no idea when another such opportunity would come — especially to finally meet his wife after all these years. Folks, she’s a charming and lovely woman and my only regret was that my Wife didn’t get a chance to meet her.

Well, life works out in fun ways sometimes. It seems the Texas heat is far too oppressive and it’s not making for an enjoyable trip, so they’re going to head home early. Due to the way things worked out, they were able to come back to Austin last night. This tells you what a great wife I have because she took it all in stride to get the house in order and prepare a nice dinner for a couple of people she’s never met before. (thank you, honey!). Rainer and his wife came over, we shared dinner and many wonderful stories. Rainer taught the children how to make some paper cutouts (he’s quite good). We all got to drool over his new iPad. Quite a wonderful time, and I’m so happy that our wives got to meet each other.

Life is full of fantastic opportunities, and sometimes it’s best when you just roll with what you’re given. 🙂