Tuesday SOLSC - 2/4/14 - Aging - Two Different Women in my life.


We've been visiting my Aunt this week.  She's only 85, but... Some health issues, but... She's a home body.  I keep trying to encourage her to move a little and tell her that she'll feel better and have more energy, but to no avail.  We've had good conversations and a great visit, but still I want more for her.

My Mom raised her and so we remembered and shared our love.  Her husband and only son have passed away.  She doesn't have other family members, so I call each week and visit her once a year (she lives in Florida).  She has a few friends, but they only eat together.  She sits in her apartment, day in and day out.  Sometimes reading, watching tv or just sitting. 

I feel frustrated that I can't do more or be closer, but I do what I can and I know this time together and my weekly calls make her happy.

And then just the opposite of my Aunt, I have a dear friend that I have adopted as a Mom.  She's 94 and very active.  She swims, does yoga, walks, knits and reads.  She now lives with her daughter and has family surrounding her on a daily basis.

They both have the Lord in their lives, being surrounded by family and friends also make such a difference in the lives of the elderly.  Is there someone in your life that needs a call or a hug today?  There are so many elderly that have no one and need to know they are thought about and cared for.



Comments

  1. BernadetteFebruary 4, 2014 at 1:13 PM

    Judy, It is so nice that you include both of these women in your life. You are making a difference in the world one person at a time.
    Bernadette

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  2. elsieFebruary 4, 2014 at 3:38 PM

    I understand the story of the two different perspectives on life. My father and father-in-law are just like your two women you described.

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  3. JaanaFebruary 4, 2014 at 7:13 PM

    Their stories are so different yet their destination is the same!

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