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: The Sunday News! Trump again... How much force is enough to catch the average criminal? Trump okays use of more force by police. Really?? What is Trump's interpretation of average? Is there an average criminal? What are the guidelines for the police re this determination? Why advocate the use of any force? Not all criminals are armed, and in turn willing to use their weapons. Is this a return to the shoot first and ask questions later mentality? We'll sort it out later after the dust settles. I imagine in the heat and struggle of some arrests , violence is inevitable and unavoidable. Adrenaline is pumping, emotions surge. Police officers try to subdue. Sometimes, cops must protect themselves, or prevent worst escalations. It's a judgement call made on the spur of the moment, and it's reactionary. I'm not a law enforcement official. I have never experienced what they do. Yes, I believe there are times when they over react. Force begets more force, doesn't it? Should the police strong arm every person they apprehend? No. Cool heads can prevail. Negotiation and communication can work wonders. Yes, they require time and finesse, but they also generate less damage.
July 29th PROMPT: Creation Saturday! Come up with a 10-step minimum process for a simple household chore. 1. Search for the wayward dirty laundry. It tends to loiter, linger, languish on floors. Look behind sofas, in closets, under beds, in vehicles, etc. 2. Gather/scoop said laundry and lug to laundry room. 3. Sort clothing into piles, whites with whites, dark with darks, and colours with colours. Note that too much is actually drab, grey, and permanently stained. 4. Empty pockets!!! Bugs, chewed gum, candy wrappers, pebbles, sticks, pieces of paper, coins, and more do not aid in cleansing clothes. 5. Pre-treat stains with special cleansers and good ol' elbow grease. Grass stains on knees require extra effort. at least attempt to eradicate the stains. Most will prove resistant. 6. Stuff prepared garments into washer. Add detergent and water. Scoop out toy cars that have floated to the surface. 7. Wait, or find something to occupy yourself. 8. Wrestle tangled mass from washer. 9. Cram, squish damp clothing into dryer. 10. Repeat steps 1 to 6. 11. Pull/extricate dried items from dryer. 12. Repeat step 9. 13. Repeat steps 1 to 6. 14. Fluff and fold first dryer load. repeat ad nauseum.....
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