Hello,
Having spent so much time in my
children’s homes without them present, it would seem that I am good at it. I am more comfortable than I have been in the
past, but it is still a learning experience.
I mowed the front lawn yesterday. I
think it has been at least four years since I have mown anywhere, let alone
with a strange, strong mower. I wrestled a bit with that thing. Miriam did have
me practice starting it and how to proceed through the grass, but we did not
discuss turning corners. The most difficult part was the turning. In the end I
think I needed to make some type of big circle to get it going in another
direction. Instead I, at first, physically wrenched it around. It might weigh
more than I do. This is not a riding mower which I would not have even
approached.
I feel comfortable with the washer,
dryer, and dishwasher. The vacuum is
also familiar. Olivia used it this morning and I was in a quandary about
discussing places that she failed to cover. I mentioned some and ignored
others.
Nora cleaned the bathrooms. Her speed
and enthusiasm picked up when the neighbor girls came over and wanted to play.
I said, “They have to finish their chores first.” Suddenly everything moved
into high gear.
I did the dusting in the living room
as well as the TV room. My speed and intensity stayed more static.
The girls polished my fingernails
yesterday. I have two or three colors on each hand. Some are already starting
to chip. Chipping is my one objection to fingernail polish. I think I have my
hands in water too much. At least the polishing was easy as I just kept my
hands still for a short time.
Paula
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