Gayle Laurene Thomas (Reed)
I'm going through the Lessons in Retirement I started in 2013. I was keeping up with it until 2015 and by then I was way too busy! But today, I am reading back through and found a couple I would like to share. My goal is to write so that the reader can share a laugh with me. These are from 2015.
If you live near your family: As I was leaving Trader Joe's, a woman on my left ahead of me was putting her groceries in her van so she had her back to me. As I drew near I said out loud how much her baby looked like my grandson. My daughter-in-law, Amy, turned around and said "maybe because it IS your grandson!" That was so kool! And so great that I did recognize him because he made no indication he recognized who I was. Whew! That could have gone really wrong!
If you have trouble getting around in the dark: I set my 'special alarm' and when it rang, I stumbled out of bed, but didn't put my glasses on. I punched the round button and it stopped ringing. When I came out of the bathroom, it was ringing again so I went to the wall and yanked out the cord. AHA! I got you that time. I'm probably strange (no comments, please), but I thought the whole experience was a hoot!
From a classmate: I sent out an email about retirement questions and answers. This was his reaction...I like all of them. I would have answered sooner, but I was taking my nap. I didn't record who you were so your secret is safe with me!
Body products: I walked through the bedroom and saw all the body support products I have. There are 2 knee braces, 2 back braces, an elbow brace and as of today, an ankle brace. I am not sure how many more body parts I can support...!!! Hahaha...I think it is funny getting old, but not easy. Right?
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