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How Did That Happen?
Posted On 09/02/2022 19:54:35 by yourchoice

It seems a though there was a time when, if we were to retire, we would have lots of free time. Wrong! In our situation, the days don’t seem to be long enough, and a ‘short afternoon nap’ takes a big chuck out of my day. I still have morning chores to complete and it’s now almost 3 p.m. How did that happen?

For those of you who have followed me in the past, I’m here to report that my husband and I are still on the top side of the grass, and ever so grateful for each day that we are able to enjoy. We are on a ‘first-name basis’ with many of the medical community who have been involved in our senior stage of life ‘overhaul’. The neighbors have been informed that they are stuck with us as long as we have our driver’s license. It’s hard to leave the neighborhood where our 50+ year old children grew up. How did that happen?

You may be wondering if my computer still works and I’m happy to say that it works better than me some days. I now spend more time looking for directions and help to do things that I once knew how to do. How did that happen? The newsletter (Cloudeight InfoAve Weekly) is the anticipated “lifesaver” item in my mailbox… I’m sure glad that happens every week. It is much better than driving 3 km to pick up the ‘junk’ mail that we receive in our community mailbox.

My favorite chair is still by the window, and often my concentration is interrupted by birds who come by for a snack, and by the occasional squirrel or other four-legged creatures who aren’t as welcome but still cute to watch. Haven’t seen any bears by our patio this year, but neighbors have reported that one was spotted just down the road from us. I’m still fascinated by the trains that come through our valley (more than a dozen every day), that are at least two-hundred cars long. Those heading west toward the mountains are loaded tanks and sea cans, and the ones heading east are usually freight containers and empties. I do catch myself trying to count the cars, but give up because my eyes don’t work as well. How did that happen?

Communication is vital to us all, and keeping in touch with friends should be a daily activity… with phone calls, text messages, and emails. Some friends are not able to welcome in-person visitors, but talking and listening is something that we all can do. Sending a smile, repeating a memory, offering a prayer, are all like giving a hug to a friend who we don’t see in person. Life goes on … but not for everyone. How did that happen?



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10/10/2022 08:06:19

I love the phrase, are still on the top side of the grass.



09/30/2022 09:03:33

Hi Mona, thanks for sharing. Mom is going to be 70 next year .  I'm glad  that she look for a new activities that add joy and enrich her life.   Donating her time and effort to the church on Sunday , singing with the choir, cooking and playing her granch children at home . Keeping in touch with her friends in the net and walking at the park every morning.  Spending time in green spaces can help relieve stress, put a smile on your face, and deepen your sense of well being. These  activities boost her health  and keeping her brain active as she age.



09/05/2022 19:46:27

Seemingly, I'm finding myself asking this question lots now. Turned 60 a few weeks ago..how did that happen? I too seem quite busy .... and scratch my head on how I was able to keep the pace when a 40 hour job was in the mix...but I did..and I made it here :) Always good to see your posts. Enjoy the week ahead :)



09/03/2022 14:53:15


Altara3 wrote:

I  agree with "how did that happen.."--that we are suddenly in our 70's, lol!  I'm happy that you are keeping busy. For us, it's the opposite...we don't get out much & it's a big deal when we manage to get out to eat at a real 'sit down' restaurant.  We spend our time watching tv or reading--and playing on the computer. And Dr's appointments, of course. 

Thanks, Di, for stopping by to read my 'words'!!! I am always so grateful to receive messages and comments with lots of words. I'm hoping to get back into some sort of 'routine' here on The Hill. I'm still trying to figure out what our 'new normal' should look like.



09/03/2022 14:50:13


nightfall wrote:

So glad to see this post my friend! You hit it exactly. I thought when I retired I would have oodles of time. Wrong! It seems I'm busier now than when I was still working. How did that happen? Geez I wish I had an answer to your question.

You may have realized that I was a bit short of 'subject matter' for my 'Talking Fingers' blogs. Thanks for taking the time to read what I have written. No 'griping' from me, no political retoric from me, no complaining about the neighbors. Just a thankful heart with a smile on my 'wrinkled' face!!!!!



09/03/2022 13:29:01

I  agree with "how did that happen.."--that we are suddenly in our 70's, lol!  I'm happy that you are keeping busy. For us, it's the opposite...we don't get out much & it's a big deal when we manage to get out to eat at a real 'sit down' restaurant.  We spend our time watching tv or reading--and playing on the computer. And Dr's appointments, of course. 



09/03/2022 05:00:52

So glad to see this post my friend! You hit it exactly. I thought when I retired I would have oodles of time. Wrong! It seems I'm busier now than when I was still working. How did that happen? Geez I wish I had an answer to your question.





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