Pragmatist
Pragmatist

Lazy Sunday
Mon Jan 24 2005

This morning was very gloomy, and not promising looking at all. This is the time of year for heavy fog, tule fog they call it. However, for about two hours this afternoon the sun came out bright and cheery. I opened a window for awhile. The air was chilly, but it was pleasant to feel like opening a window.

Phoned Megan this morning to let her know "Mommy" is still OK. My closest neighbors came to check on me. One of them went to the pharmacy for me, so I haven't been out at all today except to put water in the patio fountain. A friend telephoned to ask about me, and we'll do something together about the middle of the week.

I've decided that I'm not going to do anything any more that I "ought" to do. Only if I'm excited about something will I do. This stroke, minor though it was, has made me change my perspective on what's important. I've been a do-gooder for so many years, I've forgotten that I need to do-good for me.

Been thinking that physical therapy will start Wednesday, but when I looked at my calendar, it's Tuesday. The shoulder is actually a lot better than it was a week ago, but it's still painful at times, and the muscle spasms. That's what really hurts.

I'd sure love to have a housekeeper. The place is a mess, and it's getting to me. But I'm afraid a housekeeper would come in, take one look, throw up her hands, and leave. So, I guess it's up to me. Tch!

Catch y'all tomorrow.

Shalom

8 Comments
  • From:
    Calichef (Legacy)
    On:
    Mon Jan 24 2005
    I've been to your house and it's not as messy as you think! It's more a matter of having a lifetime of precious possessions in a small space. There is nothing unsightly about your home. I don't know if you know this, or not, but you can get a homemaker aid that is paid for by Medicare. You've just had a stroke, you are getting very close to a BIG birthday, there should be no problem with that. I'd certainly take a free housekeeper if I could get one! Please look into it.
    Love,
    ~Cali
  • From:
    AussieDeafMan (Legacy)
    On:
    Mon Jan 24 2005
    Life is just difficult.
    It asks much of you at present.
    You give strength and courage to others just by being good to yourself.
    Shalom
    _|m/ ADM
  • From:
    Bubbles1956 (Legacy)
    On:
    Mon Jan 24 2005
    I agree, We all should really learn how to take care of ourselves first. For many years I was not even on my own top ten important people's list. I hope you feel better daily. Bless you.
  • From:
    CovertOps (Legacy)
    On:
    Mon Jan 24 2005
    Dearest dearest Chaya,

    I'd love to be your housekeeper. I'd do it for free! I'll even give your cat a warm bath and I'll arrange all your books in an orderly fashion! I'm so sorry that I live too far away to be of any real help. Believe me, if I lived next door, you wouldn't want for anything. I'd pop by every evening and cook and clean for you and make you laugh. I make a very good nursemaid, too.

    Please get well soon, dear Chaya!


    Lots of Love,
    E.L.
  • From:
    Yetzirah (Legacy)
    On:
    Mon Jan 24 2005
    I agree with you. Now is time to take care of YOU!
  • From:
    Dreamerbooks2003 (Legacy)
    On:
    Mon Jan 24 2005


    Yes, you must take care of you first! Or you won't be doing good for anyone!
    I would so enjoy cleaning your house for you!
    Stay well. It makes me feel better to see how well you are writing.

    Hugs and prayers
    peg
  • From:
    Dustbunny3 (Legacy)
    On:
    Tue Jan 25 2005
    I to have been the fix it all man never having to be ask but the old body now has limits that speak too me and reminds me how I will pay .
    D and my son helped drop about 9 or 10 trees and get them to log deck but the clean up will wait till all this damn SNOW is gone. Somewhat like doing the dishes up after a good meal.
    You must take care of your self for dying is easy but all of those who LOVE you will suffer for years at the empty void left.
  • From:
    Sezrah (Legacy)
    On:
    Tue Jan 25 2005
    i'm just sorry that it took this to help change your perspective, we are all hoping and expecting you to feel better each day, dear chaya!

    sez