Shanty Irish Eldercare Volunteer

Shanty Irish Eldercare Volunteer
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Wednesday, March 31, 2010

There Are Just Some Things You Don't Need To Know

Ma has been giving away her prized possessions. Last week she gave one of my daughters a prized charm bracelet. She is constantly rummaging through her little boxes and containers checking on her treasures. I believe she is preparing herself to move on.

Today my daughter came over to pick up a Nordic Trac, it was a great idea to replace the hall coat closet. It became apparent that no one was going to use it for it's intended purpose so my baby girl claimed it. In the course of moving it outside Ma beckoned her to a private conversation where she showed her some lingerie from the 60's and gave them to her. Additionally, she offered some insights on when and where to use it. She graphically described things my father enjoyed and suggested these were things she should consider. My daughter was mortified, she is claiming that her experience was far more embarrassing than my 10 second viewing of Lady Godiva. At least I didn't have to talk to Ma about that experience. As my daughter left the apartment Ma gave her one of those knowing looks exchanged between parties to a secret. I can only imagine her discomfort.

I wonder how many embarrassing experiences are to be had as Ma moves closer to the Promised Land. I know I have seen just about everything I can handle.