Taking a moment to share …
Sometimes when things in life take their toll on a person’s overall, generally positive outlook on life and well-natured being, it’s nice to have inner resources that bring you back, lift the spirit, rekindle the flame.
One of my main resources is the man you see pictured below, my Dad, ninety years strong. Just a few days ago he took yet another fall, bruised and a bit battered but no break in the hip this time (see me smile!), but a crack in an arm bone. It was his strong independent spirit that caused the fall, wanting to do something for himself he probably shouldn’t have. Just a few days later, however, he was back to the Dad I know and so love, dressed in his St. Patrick’s Day finery for a corned beef and cabbage luncheon in his senior apartment complex. When my sister-in-law and I helped him down to the community room in his chariot (wheelchair!), his elderly friends greeted him with aplomb, having missed the spirited, singing, happy man we all love so well.
Thanks, Dad, for always being the great guy you are. You are simply the best!
I hope you all have someone or something to always revive your sense of well-being.
Have a great weekend!
I love this post! Your dad looks adorable in his green hat and tie. My dad is 88 and he continues to work in his yard, repair what needs repaired and helps my step-mom with housework. He is truly an inspiration.
Ronalyn – How wonderful for you! We are so lucky to still have them in our lives…thanks for sharing! Karen