You know, there are days that I wonder how long I can be strong-- I told a bank manager that, a long time ago, as Himself was never good at managing the finances. It was always up to me. The Bank person was a woman-- She said to me, "You have always done this and done a good job, so, why on earth would you not think you could not do this?"
It made sense to me--Yes, why do I get frightened that my whole world will collapse and I will go down with it?---Of course I can do this, even in a Pandemic --- I just needed to hear this business woman tell me that! I have never forgotten her words. And of course, there is Sadie, the cleaning Lady, (who , Lord love a Duck, is really me) so, the future begins in the daily routine-- the secret of success begins in what I do everyday--very deep thoughts-- Women really do carry a tremendous amount on their shoulders--
Yesterday I worried so much about telling my driver that I was not going to see the Eye Doctor. When I phoned her, she was perfectly OK with my decision--"Well we will go another day," she replied--and then, "Let's go out for lunch one day soon."-- What a good friend eh?-- And I had worried so much , before calling her.
Life is strange-- We do the best we can do, and--- there really is nothing better than that!--
I have no idea how I got into all this---- Maybe because our world has become complicated--but, that doesn't mean that "WE" must become that way-- --I can just carry on---because I really "CAN" do this---- I hope!---
YOU ARE AN AWESOME STRONG WOMAN!!
ReplyDeletePatricia---dealing with a sorta mixed up Doctor--(at that!)- makes one question myself-- Crazy eh?--Lynda
DeleteTruly, men do NOT realize how much women shoulder! And in retirement they sometimes think we are incompetent! As I remind DH, who do you think took care of you and the kids and handled household responsibilities while you worked? That’s good for about a minute. LOL But we ARE capable for sure. We have to just give ourselves credit!
ReplyDeleteCarry on!
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I do agree --They seem to need to putt their 2 cents in eh?_-Lynda
DeleteSome days are harder to get through than others. I am thankful your blog and a place to come where people understand the ups and downs of life right now. Be well my friend.
ReplyDeleteLynda you are a very strong person. I read your blog every day as it gives me that kick in the back to go on with my day. It encourages me to keep me going no matter how I feel or what is going on in my life! Thank you so much for being there for us! Huge hugs and lots of love!
ReplyDeleteawww--so good fo sun--Lynda
DeleteWell is good of yu to say thAt--but--there are days that I need a good talk to myself--I guess we are all that day eh?-Lynda
DeleteLynda, you have way more guts than I do!
ReplyDeletegood of yu --Thanks--Lynda
DeleteYou are strong, Lynda. You are a survivor. And you are loved!
ReplyDeleteBarb--I can't seem to make Himself better--To-day he has been difficult--Lynda
DeleteHugs, just hugs!
DeleteLynda, you are more than competent AND strong. I doubt you realize how many of us reading your daily posts get inspired from YOU.
ReplyDeleteBe well dear lady.
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Oh man-- Thank yu-Lynda
DeleteGood afternoon, Lynda
ReplyDeleteI just read your blog. We got our taxes done last month. Now I am waiting for a refund. Well I gained another pound since I last "talked" to you. I am looking forward to better weather so I can play around in the garden and yard. Tomorrow my youngest sister and I are going to my oldest sister's house and clean in her kitchen. She has a lot of health issues and can't get around w/out a walker. She is only 73! Hopefully we can get her refrigerator,stove and floor cleaned in 3 hrs. We are hoping that it will help Carol feel better about her life. Glad everything sounds like normal at your house. Will your daughter visit during kids spring break? Hope so.
Take care and carry on. Your friend. Bev
Stop 2nd guessing your abilities. You are one of the strongest and most competent people I know. You do a great job of looking after everything other than medical which you cannot change. I admire you!
ReplyDeleteI was saying the same thing to my daughter last week (how in the world are we going to be able to afford _____ when the cost of everything is going up and up and up. She also replied, "This is what you've always done, I don't know why you think you can't manage now!" It's a god reminder. Yes, we must stay strong!!!
ReplyDeleteI'm always telling my mom that don't worry about things you cannot control. You've done an amazing job with everything and shouldn't second guess that you can do things. It;s not easy taking care of a loved one, I take care of my mom who is handicapped and elderly. When I feel overwhelmed with things I just need to take some quiet time to myself for a few minutes, it helps a bit.
ReplyDeleteYes, Lynda, you can do this. We all can do this. Some days seem harder than others. Just keep doing what you do. You WILL get it done.
ReplyDeleteHave a good evening
Beth Mosko
The world has always been complicated but it is still always beautiful. Worry is a waste and you have always handled each thing one at a time. I find the stuff with my mother and her failing health has made me take it moment by moment and day by day.
ReplyDeleteOne day at a time Lynda remember that just one day at a time.
ReplyDeleteI am having some of these difficulties with David as well. I was
ReplyDeletedoing perfectly well, but it is like he can't stand it because I am.
Sheesh.