I do not know quite what happened or when , but my hubby and I now qualify for seniors' discounts at some venues. This creates a quandary; in order to save money, but not face, we have to admit to our age. HMMMM..... We definitely do not consider ourselves to be old. In this day and age ,when people as a whole are living longer and healthier lives why are 'young seniors', those in their fifties, like moi, considered 'old'?? It's so true that age is just a perception! "Maturity" is very objective/subjective, and I object! Whew, a few years have skittered by since I composed this biography block. Those "fifties" are in the rear view mirror and they are distant, fond memories. Oh, I do not plan to stop writing any time soon.
Didn't ICE find the illegal aliens who had secretly landed in our trailer parks and ICE shipped them to an El Salvadorian prison? I thought many of the trailer park inhabitants who resisted will be vacationing at the prison, er renamed Cultural Exchange Theme Park, soon?
When the toe heels it may be time for specially fitted shoes. Broken bones, no matter how small, can create or exacerbate other health issues as one ages.
Witchy Woman Yes, I have family nearby. The lake is also across the road. Water is kinda important, eh? A spoonful of coffee grounds just isn't the same without it. Thanks for commiserating with me.
I'm so sorry to hear you're having such a terrible week. I've gone through the float valve thing at my old house in Maine, it felt like forever before they got it replaced. I bought gallons of water to keep my coffee supply steady. I refilled empty jugs for the toilet from the lake. We were lucky it happened in the summer because bathing was at the lake. I can't imagine doing it in the fall with the temperatures dropping. I never asked if your family lives nearby? Hopefully, you can take care of the essentials there.
Very nicely written. I am a big communicator and if more people would put forth a better effort, it would be a better place. Little acts of kindness truly goes a long way. You have identified it well. I can feel your sincerity coming through your writing. I would like to see more of the younger crowd helping or being involved with the older folks. I know my day goes better when someone has said hi or gives a waves.
I don't care for dark British/Dutch humor. Dislike Monty Python as well. Give me a bittersweet French or Japanese movie or a sad Portuguese song. I'm more introspective.
You were very fortunate. I never really fell into anyone's arms.
I need to reassess my needs. My 'romantic' efforts in Thailand had limited success.
PROMPT: Motivational Monday! Comedian Bob Hope, born on this day in 1903, once said," If I have to lay an egg for my country, I'll do it." He was a proud supporter of the U.S. military and would often do comedy shows for troops stationed over seas. When have you "laid an egg" or lent your talents to a greater good, be it writing or life in general? Well, it's not as if I've ever donned a cape, or a mask, or leaped tall buildings in a single bound. Come to think of it, I've never travelled the world entertaining soldiers, or anyone for that matter either. My so-called powers are not extraordinary. Have I made sacrifices? Have I acted as a mother hen? Yes. I have taken young girls under my wings and mentored them. For many years, I volunteered as a Girl Guide leader. I hosted weekly meetings where we sang, created crafts, studied subjects, danced, learned to cook and bake, built camp fires, hiked, planted trees, cleaned forests ,and more. I also attended campouts, and trekked to other towns. I heard and shared many laughs. The camaraderie was wonderful, and life-affirming. I witnessed girls of five blossom into lovely young ladies of seventeen. Several of us Guiders refer to them as "our girls." I still recall their names, and their effervescent personalities. I was not always the teacher. The girls taught me new approaches, and presented me with amazing perspectives.
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