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This Old Lady Is Wearing Me Out!

Nita and Cocoa2

Just thought I’d have a little fun with this picture.  It is not me, it’s my daughter, Anita.  She came by yesterday to give me a break from 3:30 until 8:30.  I was able to watch Oprah, eat dinner and take a nap without responding to NICHOLE!  I appreciate the break, every little bit helps keep me sane and keeps me from becoming resentful.  Anita also prepared Gladys’ dinner, took it to her and got her ready for bed.  Oh, and she fed the cat – not this cat, Gladys’ cat.

Ahhh,  my own small moments of leisure.  I’ve learned to appreciate the small things in life.  A few hours of time when I can do some things for myself, or do nothing at all.  Priceless!

Gladys didn’t really wear Anita out.  Anita’s eyes were itching and she put on my gel mask to help relieve the itching.  But, I had to capture this photo because it is so indicative of how I often feel – worn out.


Posted on : May 11 2009
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May 11, 2009 - 11:05:03
Hattie said:

Cute picture. That is a pretty cat, too.

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