tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post2561621324057706531..comments2024-01-17T17:47:25.096-06:00Comments on It Seems Like Only Yesterday : Passing ThoughtsBonniehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-9837157205700719712020-10-17T11:54:53.089-05:002020-10-17T11:54:53.089-05:00It's not always easy getting older but it'...It's not always easy getting older but it's better than the alternative! I love Autumn but it sure doesn't last long!Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-14296710782297593492020-10-17T03:43:15.452-05:002020-10-17T03:43:15.452-05:00It's amazing how quickly the seasons change. T...It's amazing how quickly the seasons change. The leaves are falling and it's getting cold. <br /><br />It's hard to accept that we are getting older but if the cane and hearing aids improve your husband's quality of life then that will be a good thing. But I understand his disappointment. LL Cool Joehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13916666100971008775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-770981312482409442020-10-16T13:56:15.494-05:002020-10-16T13:56:15.494-05:00You are absolutely right Rachel. He has just had a...You are absolutely right Rachel. He has just had a lot to deal with in the past few months. He did have the first appointment to arrange getting the hearing aids and now we have to set up an appointment for him to get fitted and to buy a pair. They are very expensive so we are working that out as well. Thanks for your encouragement. xxxBonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-29527946665498257142020-10-16T06:02:28.378-05:002020-10-16T06:02:28.378-05:00One should never say no to hearing aids if hearing...One should never say no to hearing aids if hearing is impaired and can be improved; they are vital to enable staying in conversations and starting conversations and one's whole wellbeing. XRachel Phillipshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16053924416805878169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-73632041812284900442020-10-14T21:46:54.012-05:002020-10-14T21:46:54.012-05:00Thank you Jennifer. I can tell you do understand. ...Thank you Jennifer. I can tell you do understand. He and I both are working on facing the whole age thing gracefully but some things are harder than others, especially for Tom. I hope all is going well for you and Gregg.Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-81991476779807294512020-10-14T17:59:19.560-05:002020-10-14T17:59:19.560-05:00I can understand Tom's feelings about acceptin...I can understand Tom's feelings about accepting the use of walking and hearing aids. I hope he will agree to give both a fair shot, and see how of an improvement it makes in his life. And I hope it's a great improvement! <br /><br />Hugs to you both. ❤Jenniferhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12512800812290518552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-44387902279813405192020-10-13T23:08:38.733-05:002020-10-13T23:08:38.733-05:00You are smart to keep a back up walking stick and ...You are smart to keep a back up walking stick and equally smart to be extra cautious that you don't fall! What might seem like a minor fall can sure do a lot of damage as we get older.<br /><br />Thank you Lee for your always kind thoughts! Tom and I both appreciate it. I love your thought of a top hat for Christmas!Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-79097311167520654552020-10-13T23:02:34.874-05:002020-10-13T23:02:34.874-05:00You are so right, a hard winter would just add to ...You are so right, a hard winter would just add to everything else wouldn't it? At least it might keep people at home! You take care too!Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-2138064182243058652020-10-13T20:58:49.622-05:002020-10-13T20:58:49.622-05:00I use a walking stick at all times...and have done...I use a walking stick at all times...and have done so for a few years now. My hips are the problem...and falling is not a problem I want to have to deal with. I live alone...I have no one other than my own self to depend upon...so my own safety is my highest priority (as is, of course, the health and welfare of my two furry mates).<br /><br />Actually, I have a couple of walking sticks...a couple of "just-in-case" ones....just in case. I do not want to ever find myself in a situation when I need one, and don't have a viable one at hand.<br /><br />As for food back-ups...I've always lived by this rule. I think it is how I was brought up. We never had much money to spare during my childhood, but we always had a well-stocked cupboard/pantry. And I have lived by this rule throughout my life. I guess, in lots of ways, I've always been a "just-in-case" person.<br /><br />Living on islands, feeding guests, not being able to run off to a supermarket at will, and also cooking professionally in restaurants etc., made me this way, too.<br /><br />My best wishes and thoughts to you and Tom, Bonnie...take good care. Tom will quickly grow to love his cane. Surprise him with a top hat for Christmas! :) Leehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15835982875620956300noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-88744617242141388352020-10-13T19:04:25.074-05:002020-10-13T19:04:25.074-05:00We have heard the rumblings that winter might be n...We have heard the rumblings that winter might be not so pleasant around these parts. Yuck. Not what I wanted to hear. Take care and hope Tom learns to love the cane and the hearing aid. Mr. Shifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07061232966394052314noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-86615197948877710962020-10-13T15:14:45.168-05:002020-10-13T15:14:45.168-05:00Hi Terra, I'm so glad you have found the heari...Hi Terra, I'm so glad you have found the hearing aids to be helpful to you. I keep telling Tom about people I know that are happy with them in hopes that he will see the positive side of getting them. He just has a basic cane now but he is hoping to find one that will suit his "style"! Thanks for your helpful comment!Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-87659275687327974222020-10-13T15:09:24.401-05:002020-10-13T15:09:24.401-05:00I think changes like canes and hearing aids do tak...I think changes like canes and hearing aids do take a little time to adjust to. I sure understand what you mean about the loud TV! It is also frustrating to him to not hear people clearly and misunderstand what they say. <br /><br />I am so glad to hear that your county does not have too much covid. That is a blessing. Unfortunately we have quite a bit here and it does make things difficult and a little scary at times.<br /><br />Our kitchen has very little storage so I've started using the basement for items I stock up on. There are still a lot of items we can not get here and yes, I think we have all learned to stock up on toilet paper!Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-77703531663739224512020-10-13T14:57:42.930-05:002020-10-13T14:57:42.930-05:00I'm sorry to hear about your Dad. I think many...I'm sorry to hear about your Dad. I think many people have a hard time accepting that they may not be as strong and capable as they used to be and see such things as canes and walkers as a sign of weakness. It can be hard to accept such changes for some. <br /><br />It does seem as if we are back to where we started with covid and that is discouraging. I love that you maintain the positive attitude of acknowledging that there is still so much to love about life! Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-18008813806577228272020-10-13T13:45:06.894-05:002020-10-13T13:45:06.894-05:00I resisted getting hearing aids, finally got them ...I resisted getting hearing aids, finally got them 7 years ago, and I am so happy I did. Now I have great hearing with them. Also my friend uses a cane, which she calls her stick; it was hand carved by her brother. Getting a nice looking cane might be an incentive to have one.Terra https://www.blogger.com/profile/04396481049075747940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-86136700083871505132020-10-13T11:53:39.210-05:002020-10-13T11:53:39.210-05:00Hedge apples are a strange fruit but the squirrels...Hedge apples are a strange fruit but the squirrels love them. They are supposed to keep bugs away and sometimes I will put one in my basement.<br /><br />Tom will talk to someone today about hearing aids. We both have a lot to learn when it comes to that. He is trying to get used to a cane. Changes like this take time to adjust to.<br />Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-53869221996147684262020-10-13T07:59:36.060-05:002020-10-13T07:59:36.060-05:00I do think once Tom gets used to the cane, he will...I do think once Tom gets used to the cane, he will be glad to have it. I brought up a rollator walker to Roger. He did not like the sound of it. I told him it would be nice to have one with the seat till when we are out he could sit down when he got so tired. He runs out of energy quick.<br /><br />He has had hearing aids for probably 12 yrs or longer...he was glad to get them and I sure was glad. He used to drive me out of the house with the TV so loud. Now I tell him I am going to have to borrow them. And I am half serious. So praying that Tom will find that he is glad he got them.<br /><br />I have started letting Roger go shopping with me, so yeah, I am more relaxed with it all. Our county was real slow to get cases, and just a couple weeks ago had its first death.<br /><br />I need to find a place to store food cause I sure don't have much room. I have been buying toilet paper and paper towels ahead....but did that some before Covid. they are just so bulky I like not having to deal with them in winter.Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08015780995837712115noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-5004586556994176302020-10-13T04:51:57.210-05:002020-10-13T04:51:57.210-05:00Dear Bonnie, what you say about the adjustments To...Dear Bonnie, what you say about the adjustments Tom has to make, and especially your reply to Joan (Devon), reminded me soooo much of my Dad! His health issues are different, but he can hardly walk and we all know it would be so much better for him to accept a walker (we call it "Rollator", like a Zimmer frame with wheels), but he won't use one, no matter what we say, and for some reason does not understand that we mean no harm but only have his wellbeing at heart.<br /><br />In some ways, it feels like we're back to late March/April in terms of COV-19, only without the long daylight hours and beautiful sunshine we had for most of spring and summer. I am working exclusively from home again, after a period of weekly visits to my client's office, and will only see people other than my parents, my sister and O.K. if absolutely necessary.<br />Shopping has to be done, of course, but I will keep that as short and basic as possible.<br /><br />Still, there is much to love about life - your beautiful trees are just one!Librarianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05704656564078750607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-45453788811072429532020-10-13T00:50:49.832-05:002020-10-13T00:50:49.832-05:00I've never heard of hedge apples. You have sh...I've never heard of hedge apples. You have shown me something new.<br /><br />I hope whatever the hubby decides to use works well for him. Looks like you got a lot of good suggestions I should keep in mind for when my day comes. ;)Ritahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02043285884495492598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-83499748392075248062020-10-12T22:25:59.228-05:002020-10-12T22:25:59.228-05:00You are correct about men! The word stubborn might...You are correct about men! The word stubborn might fit in there. ; ) A couple of months ago he would not even discuss hearing aids but now he is will to talk to a professional about them, so good progress!<br /><br />Hedge Apples are supposed to keep bugs away. I have put them in my basement but I wouldn't want one in my closet as they get sticky and yucky after they sit awhile! I never knew they had been sold in grocery stores! Enjoy your week Connie!Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-82305070928350079392020-10-12T22:19:49.954-05:002020-10-12T22:19:49.954-05:00You are the second person to relay a positive expe...You are the second person to relay a positive experience with walking poles. Thank you Jackie!Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-83395383022952338742020-10-12T22:18:33.990-05:002020-10-12T22:18:33.990-05:00There are a lot of helpful people on blogger! I...There are a lot of helpful people on blogger! I'm hoping some experience from others will help him. Men can be stubborn you know!<br /><br />I always love the Fall colors and get anxious for them to appear. We had a lot of rain this summer and I think that helps the colors? I hope so anyway!<br /><br />Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-82457024600190214922020-10-12T21:00:30.469-05:002020-10-12T21:00:30.469-05:00Our leaves are almost gone! I hope Tom will use h...Our leaves are almost gone! I hope Tom will use hearing aids if they can help him hear. A cane can be a good thing! Of course men are men and you know how that goes:) The hedge apples I have seen in the grocery stores if I recall right people put them in their closets...I am too old to recall! Hope you have a good week and enjoy the leaves changing! Far Side of Fiftyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07995757632158408442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-65483593476447316592020-10-12T20:13:13.245-05:002020-10-12T20:13:13.245-05:00When our son broke his hip and was just starting t...When our son broke his hip and was just starting to walk again we got him walking poles to make it easier to balance himself. <br /><br />God bless.Jackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16051183778965359500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-65459684271859602872020-10-12T18:27:47.150-05:002020-10-12T18:27:47.150-05:00You fielded a lot of good advice for your husband!...You fielded a lot of good advice for your husband! Looking forward to how it works for him.<br />Our colors are way ahead. The leaves are lovely, and falling fast.Joanne Noragonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16601010208310707750noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1275748724238579274.post-83342670485875133142020-10-12T11:42:25.916-05:002020-10-12T11:42:25.916-05:00Basements can be a problem can't they? I only ...Basements can be a problem can't they? I only got some surface cleaning done on ours so far. I have a lot of organizing to do and a lot of items to get rid of when I can. I have an on-going box of items for Goodwill and I need to add much more to it. I have so many items I had planned on passing down to my children but these days they are all into minimalism and don't want anything extra.<br /><br />I will tell Tom about how your husband was grateful to finally get the hearing aids. It should help him to see that they can improve his quality of life. Thank you!Bonniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17738727252267659979noreply@blogger.com