Ugly Christmas Sweater 2017

Another school year, another ugly sweater fashion statement with my friend Sharon. I showed Mom my creation made from all the Christmas pins I have received throughout the years. As always, Mom has a clever way with words. "It certainly isn't ugly, BUT it certainly isn't cute either.” I'll let you decide.

T'was the Morning of Christmas

T’was the morning of Christmas, when all through the house, the doggies were hungry and bounded about.

The lottery tickets were arranged on the couch with great care, with dreams of winning danced in the air.

And Mom in her warm jacket, did grumble and gripe, “Why can’t she buy one that fits just right!”

With her arms full of presents, all shiny and new, Mom sprang from her walker, she knew exactly what to do. 

She tore open each gift with vigor and vim, and all of a sudden she started to grin.

When what to her wondering eyes did appear, a diminutive daughter hovering near.  A bundle of gifts she placed on her lap, and then with laugh, she started to clap.

The last present she declared with delight, “This is one I surely will like.”  The description was puzzling its true, but what a creative idea from you. Basic amplifier device for the ear, improves sound waves and makes them clear.

With a wink of her eye and a twist of her head, I knew I had something to dread. She spoke not a word as she tore through the wrapping, and I was worried because her twinkling eyes were flashing. 

And laying a finger aside of her nose, giving a nod up, up, up the finger it rose. I heard her exclaim as I ran out of sight – “You better hope I win the lottery tonight!”

 

PS: I had to make sure that the amplifier worked properly, so I serenaded Mom with Christmas carols to get her in the proper Christmas spirit. After about 30 minutes of singing, Mom said, “Why don’t you take a break?” I said, “I’m fine, I could sing for hours.” Mom replied, “No, really, TAKE A BREAK!” I guess she doesn’t appreciate live entertainment.

Vocabulary Lesson

Directions: Underline the vocabulary word, provide a definition and use it in a sentence.

1. Stroller -  n; a wheeled device used by Elderfolk to move slowly across a
smooth surface; walker.
                  "I was properly trained in the use of my stroller."

2. Go-cart - n; a wheeled device used by Elderfolk to move quickly across a
smooth surface; walker
                "Look how fast I can move with my go-cart."

3. Buttonhook - n; an appliance used to remove items that are on a high shelf; hanger.
                 "I pulled all those hats down from the shelf in my closet with the buttonhook.

4. Pillow Case -  n; small plastic compartmentalized box for holding daily medications; pill box
                "I lost my Tuesday pillow case behind the recliner."

5. Pop - v. to pass on, push up daisies, kicked the bucket.
                "Don't throw out those shoes, so I can wear them when I pop."

                 

Memorial Day 2017

Another Memorial Day has passed. I still miss him and his anecdotal stories about just about everything. I went to Whitemarsh Memorial Park to see the American Flags that are raised every year to honor veterans. Pop loved see them as we drove by. I'm not ashamed to admit I cried thinking about him.