Using a new strategy: Finding the correct light switch

 

Now I need to find a new way to find the correct light switch.  Because I can no longer see when lights are turned on or off, I have had to develop ways to know which switch is the correct one.

This comes when Mom asks me to either turn on or off a light. Through care, logic and memory, I have developed a way to do this. It takes patience and effort. It takes some thinking and some figuring out. It takes trial and error.

But, at the end of the day I think that I have mastered it.

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Thank God for Moya: When the slippers disintegrated

Oh my, and what a royal catastrophe!  It could not have happened in a worse place. Oh, yes!  The supermarket and thank goodness that Moya was there to help save the day.

The poor slippers did not waste time dying on me. First, the heels went.  Next came the soles and then finally the top left the bottom.

Some folks noticed a trail of black stuff being left on the floor of the supermarket but could not quite figure what it was. I kept a somber expression while Moya tried to smile as if nothing was going on. Mom, for her part, knew it all but pretended not to look.

Finally, both sides of my slipper went altogether and I was forced to seek help. Moya fetched me a pair of rubber slippers from a nearby shelf and I spent the rest of my time simply walking gingerly along.

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Exhausting times: Getting ready again

 Sometimes I feel like a bouncing ball, just bouncing along the road from one destination to the next. I am hardly finished with one trip and then it’s off to the next one.

Got to slow down but how do I do this? I enjoy traveling to some extent but I am just so very tired at times when I am required to deal with airports. From curbside to check in and then to the security checkpoint, to the boarding gate, and finally to the aircraft.

Got to slow down!

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Better organisation: Making room in my freezer

 

I must say that I have definitely learned how to pack my freezer in a better way. Mom has also taught me so much when it comes to making room in my freezer.

There is no hard and fast trick to it all; just to use common sense and logic. Easier said than done?

Probably, but with a bit of practice it only gets easier.

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Something new: My new fridge containers

 

Thanks to my best friend Char, I went shopping with Stephie on Amazon and using Char’s info I purchased a set of containers with basket inserts. 

They work but the smallest and second smallest best suit my fridge.  The other 2 are large and take up room. The basket inserts help to keep fruits and veggies fresh for a longer period of time.

There has been so many innovations over the years that I need to make sure that I do not go overboard when purchasing unnecessary things.

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No getting around this! Travel computer headaches

I must say that my travel computer has really been a gem when it comes to behaving, and what do I mean by this? Well, it all has to do with her not causing too many headaches for me.

But when she decides to cause a headache?  It means that I need to be patient, stick with solving the problem, and to not give up too quickly.

The most recent headache was when I visited Mom in late 2025 and for some reason my Dropbox folders kept being updated on my hard drive. Enter Tevin the super technician and after a bit of a challenge, Tevin had it all fixed for me.

The travel computer resumed purring like a kitten.

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Patience, patience! Finding the missing mesh bag

These precious mesh bags sure help me when I travel. I use them to help me organize my clothes and I must say that they sure work.

I am always so very careful when I bring them out to pack my clothes. I make sure that I have them all laid out on my bed and I count to make sure that they are all there.

So, the other day when I found that I was missing one, I had to stop and retrace my steps. I find that this is the best way for me to find anything when I misplace something and sure enough and one more time it worked.

My missing mesh bag was lying on my sofa in my room.

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A funny moment: The wrong dinner dish

 

Sometimes I find myself experiencing a bit of a different episode but I guess that, as they say, this is what makes life interesting and keeps me on my toes. Ordering the wrong dinner dish rarely happens in my case but this time it sure did.

Nevertheless, I enjoyed my wrong dinner dish. I guess that I was just too tired to really pay attention. Some folks may have sent it back but I decided to keep it and enjoy it.

I never told anyone, and why? Because I guess that it was not important enough for me.

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A very different experienc: Dancing with the shower heads

 

This is exactly what took place when I stayed at a hotel in Montreal in late 2025. Yes, everything else in the hotel room was fine, but when it came to adjusting the shower heads? For me, and with very little sight to guide me, it turned into a sort of dance show.

I must have spent about 10 minutes trying to find the correct adjustment, but patience prevailed. I ended up splashing water all over my hair.

I found it a challenge to adjust the height and to obtain the most suitable level of hot water. It was difficult to control the water from the overhead shower head. But at the end of it all, it all worked out.

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My best friends forever: Seeing Char and others again

 I am always so filled with joy, gladness, and lots of love each time I visit with my best friend Char along with Chris and Dar. We go back such a very long way to when I first met them when I moved to Montreal.

Over the years, we have all managed to keep in touch. Char is simply the best.  She is what a best friend represents. Chris and Dar are so close to me and all three are never out of my mind. I thank God for them.

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Earth angels forever! Visit with Cathie and Chris

 Cathie rescued me when I reached out to her for help in dealing with my stress and mental meltdown, and Chris came along.

I met Cathie so many years ago when I was hospitalized in Montreal for an accident. We had lost contact for quite some time but when I called she came with no questions asked.  She selflessly gave of her time and advice.

This was a wonderful visit. We chatted, laughed and reflected, played with the dogs, and of course! Chris was there to add spice and sparkle to my visit.

I thank these two wonderful people for being in my life.

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Becoming more routine: Another visit to DR. Walsh

 He is definitely one of the nicest doctors that I have ever met and engaged with. Next to Dr. Dani Manis, my family physician, Dr. Scott Walsh is right up there.

He is so very pleasant.  Kind, gentle, and engages directly with me. He always fills my visit with lots of humor!

I have been going to him now for many years for my dermatitis affliction. Things have improved so much since I first went to him. If only we could have more doctors in our medical profession like Dr. Scott Walsh!

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The City that has my heart: Getting ready to travel to Montreal

 

It never fails!  Every time I have an opportunity to travel to Montreal, whether it is for business or pleasure, the excitement and expectation are always there. I simply love this city and all of my friends.

I enjoy every aspect of my trip, from the minute I start packing to when I arrive in Montreal. I so look forward to seeing everyone. To catching up, to eating and drinking Montreal’s finest, and to shopping.
Ah, yes!  Montreal forever!

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What's happening? On the brink of something new

 

I can feel it in my bones!  Call it intuition or whatever you like! I just feel that I am on the brink of something new!

A new initiative or project? A new adventure? Someone new entering my life?
I am just dying to discover what this is going to be.

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What a gem! My new friend Gina

 

The best way for me to describe my new friend Gina is simply this. She a sweet and gentle lady with a heart of gold.

Her husband Richard is a wonderful person and together they have become my drivers. They are always so very accommodating and so very willing to help me with everything.

It is so very special whenever Gina drives me to the Apple Store. You see!  There are still nice and wonderful persons in this world and I am very lucky!

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A new experience: Learning Pages

I have to admit that learning Pages was not as difficult as I thought it would be. And it sure helped that I had Devin beside me as my tutor.

Pages will definitely take me out of my comfort zone.  From a Windows PC to the Apple World on my iPhone and iPad. Yet, I am excited and always curious to learn new things.

One of these days, as they often say, curiosity may very well kill me, the cat 😁 !

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Very pleased: My new track suits

 

Oh, yes, and this time Stephie really outdid herself. She knew exactly what I was looking for and with the utmost care and patience she went phone shopping at Amazon.

She managed to find the colours that I was seeking. Then, when they finally arrived I was very pleased. I even modeled the first one that I wore for her, using the What’s App.

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A great addition to my home: DR. Ho's MotionCiser

I have to admit that I really agonized over this purchase before I decided to buy it. No, I'm not buying as much any more. With prices rising everywhere, this is a must.

Sandra helped me to get things together, which was not very difficult. This device is very easy to use and to understand.

I have to say that DR. Ho did a very good job in developing this device and I look forward to reaping the benefits. And for me as a vision-impaired person?  I always do my best to find uncomplicated devices.

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My precious ones! Flowers still going

 

Oh, yes, my beloved orchids are still standing tall. They sit on the window sill in my living room.

They bloom often and they bring so much joy to me. It does not matter if what season it is. My beloved orchids are always in bloom.

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Saving my life's work! Time to rejig

Oh yes!  Every now and then these moments arise for me and I am forced to take a deep breath, reevaluate the landscape, take stock, then to take things one step at a time.

This time it is all about realizing that I need to pull my precious little company out of the fire and to give it a new life. Nothing wrong with all of this but it requires patience, courage, and a willingness to change in order to stay afloat.

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No getting away! Facing the music

 I would definitely say that facing the music is not really a bad thing after all. It does not matter if it is on a personal level or on a professional level.

Too often, glitches in technology or my inability to deal with technological changes force me to face the music. I may not always want to admit or to deal with all of this but whatever it is, it is all about facing the music.

Sometimes facing the music is a good thing. Sometimes it is painful. But at the end of the day, it is all good.

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To remember: Thanksgiving 2025

 

This was not much different than any past Thanksgiving. I embraced the holiday with gusto, as always. I made my contribution to meals for the less fortunate and then cooked a simple meal for one.

It was very quiet at my home. Made the customary phone call to Mom who was not with me for yet another Thanksgiving.

In my heart I thanked Jesus for having filled my life with privileges and pleasures. I live in a country that I am proud to call home. I have access to everything I need. No, Canada is not perfect but neither is any other country!

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My new device: Getting used to my new iPhone

It always takes a wee bit more time for me whenever I get a new device and welcome it into my home. This was the case with my new iPhone 16E.

Yes, she is definitely a bit different. She is different in size. I do not have any screen protecting dots on my screen to guide me, and there are some minor differences to get used to. Turning on and off my new iPhone is different.

I have found quicker ways to access my mail and What’s app, and the layout in the phone app is a bit different when it comes to calling my friends via Facetime.

Once I get the hang of things re the layout, it will all be good.

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Very exciting: At the Apple Store with new i devices

 

I can only describe this experience as both exciting, nerve racking, and throw in great expectation. It also helps when I am being supported by wonderful staff at the Apple Store and a patient and reassuring Stephie beside me.

The Apple Store is very noisy and overflowing with enthusiastic customers, but I am used to it now. I enjoyed the experience of being able to hold my new devices: my new iPhone and my new iPad.

I thank my so-called little brother Mike for having helped me to get all of this done.

Now it is time to buckle down to the real mission at hand. To get my initiative in memory of the late John Panarese on the road! Don’t worry John!  I’m coming!

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Pleasant and enjoyable: A new restaurant to dine at

I always enjoy discovering new restaurants to dine at. Especially when they exude warmth, friendliness, and staff are very accommodating.

This restaurant is within easy access of driving to it. It is small, not too noisy, and oh, yes! I’ll definitely be back.

I always enjoy these kinds of restaurants. The small pleasant ones.

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What a travesty! Making sure that nothing else is stolen

I guess that it has come to this. I know only too well that my treasured Mercedes Benz cushion will never be returned to me. Of course, none of these workmen will ever confess to having taken it.

So, this is why my Super now has to accompany them whenever they enter my condo to do work. This is a must, especially so since I will never know if they take something right in front of my eyes.

What a shame!

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Lots of fun: Susan's weekly commentaries

Oh, yes, and it is definitely much more than knitting when I get together with Susan every week.

Susan is a going concern. She is effervescent, refreshing, and more than a bag full of knowledge. She is like a breeze in a bottle.

I knit and she checks my work. She guides me along in my knitting and then? I ask her to give me feedback on the headlines of the week and she is always ready to do just that.

I continue to learn so much from this wonderful lady!

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Stressful and scary: The aftermath of a horrible exam experience

 

I don’t think that I was really prepared for this one but at the end of the day? Nothing is impossible!

I went prepared. I followed all of the preparations that I needed to do before the exam commenced and then came the tidal wave!

Stephie had already left and now it was just me with the scribe in the exam room. The young lady logged into the exam and read the instructions to me. I consented to the terms specified for taking the exam.

Then came the tidal wave. When she opened the core of the exam, the very first question contained diagrams and required my scribe to describe. She faltered and desperately said that she did not know how to describe them to me.

I then asked her to take a quick look at the list of questions to see how many other questions were similar in pattern. She checked and told me that there were several. Bang, and there was the tidal wave!

I decided to bring a halt to this horrible moment and I called Stephie and asked her to return! With heart beating quickly and a very concerned Stephie, I left knowing that yet another glitch in unequal learning had just occurred.  

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Cool heads prevailed: When Stephie temporarily lost my credit card

 

Circumstances such as these and bumps in the road are always going to take place and the best solution for me is to remain calm and logical. On this day poor Stephie, in her effort to help me all the way, became over zealous and in the middle of it all she temporarily lost my credit card.

So what did I do? Painfully and slowly I helped to trace her steps after I had given my card to her for safe keeping. And presto!  It worked.

There it was!  Lying on the floor inside the door of her apartment. Matter resolved!

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Engaging with something new: Instagram

 

Thanks to Ran and Blair, I have gingerly entered the world of Instagram. For the most part, I have deliberately avoided engaging with Instagram because of the challenges of accessibility and navigation.

I am very fortunate to have Ran and Blair beside me. I know that this is not a perfect solution in that I am not independent enough to do this on my own. However, it is the best solution for now.

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Exciting but also nerve racking: Exam Time

 

You would think that by now I should be used to sitting exams. Not quite there as yet but working on it.

It is a moment of nervousness, anxiety, excitement, and so much more. It is a time to be strong, committed, and determined to succeed. 

Easier said than done?  Got to work on it.

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Blown away! The iPhone Translator

 

Guess I am never too old to learn, eh? The other day when Stephie and I went shopping at a Chinese supermarket, we were challenged to communicate with one of their agents. He did not speak much English and our skills to communicate in his language were zero.

So,what did he do? He pulled out his trusty iPhone and through gesturing and pointing, we managed to somehow tell him what we were seeking.

Presto!  He found what we were looking for in no time. Another wonder of the iPhone translator.

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Faithful to the end: My Precious Orchids

 

For so many years now I have had the good fortune to be able to grow orchids and keep them in the window of my living room. When I had enough vision, I loved to admire and marvel over their gorgeous colours. And now that I can no longer see them, I find enjoyment in touching their thick flowers.

I run my hand up and down their stalks and I fondle their thick luscious leaves. I simply love communicating with my precious orchids.

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This hurts! When something precious is stolen

I don’t think that I am any different from the rest of society when it comes to feelings of loss and anger after something precious is stolen. Especially so when said something is unique, a sort of heirloom, and no one can be held responsible for said theft.

This is what happened to me when one of the contractors working at my condo complex stole my Mercedes car cushion. This was no ordinary cushion.  It was in the shape of a Mercedes car and could be opened up to be the shape of said car.

This is going to be very difficult to find on the Internet, let alone be replaced, and the one who stole it should be ashamed of themselves for having stolen from a person with a vision impairment.

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We need more little Clairs! Oh Clair

How very fortunate I am to have had such an exceptional lady and human being be part of my life.  Albeit it was just a tad too short.

I got to know Clair when we both became members of the Air Canada advisory committee. From the very start when I met her, she walked the walk with me.

She guided me, listened to my input, was always there to assist, and at the end of the day her presence enriched my experience.

Clair was unique.  She had the gift of giving.  She was generous and kind, patient and compassionate. Clair observed, quietly contributed, and made the world a better place for all of us who were lucky to know her.

Rest in peace, Clair.  Thank you for having fought the good fight. Until we meet again!

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It never gets easier! Saying goodbye to Mom once more

 

It never gets easier each time I have to leave Mom after another visit.

What I have accidentally discovered is that it is easier when she accompanies me to the airport. Not sure why it is easier this way but it sure is.

Could it be that it is more meaningful to have her come with me to the airport? Whatever it is, maybe it is because there are more people around us!

Then neither of us will feel sad when the final minute comes

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Another sad moment: Preparing to return home

 This is never really easy for me and each time it only becomes a tad more difficult.

My visits to Mom are over so quickly. So much preparation to get there.

So much fun, and then that dreaded day to leave. Mom takes it well but her tears always hurt.

The good thing is that I’ll be back before you know it.

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Too bad: Crystal's unfortunate action

As they say!  You almost always reap what you sow.  Or to look at it in a different way? Be honest in all you do!

This did not apply to poor Crystal, one of Mom’s care givers. In short, she did not tell her boss or us that she was 8 months pregnant and this is an absolute  must. Especially so for a care giver.

Mom had noticed it on this particular morning and then my sister in law confirmed it about an hour later.

We would never know why Crystal chose this path, but at the end of the day she could easily have brought harm to herself.

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Precious time: Another birthday for Mom

 

Each birthday for Mom is going to be bigger than the previous one! Why? Because she is inching closer to the biggest one!

For this year, we celebrated in the way that she always likes. First breakfast with me.  Moya brought her favourite omelette  and waffles. It was a huge meal but she enjoyed it all!

Then a lovely lunch with Jeff, Gayle, and Bryan and Moya. It was good and the waiters sang Happy Birthday for Mom.

Then home to have a nice nap! That was her birthday for this year!

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Precious little ones! Waiting to say goodbye to the butterflies

 The beauty and mystery about these butterflies is that we never know when they will appear and for how long they will stay. This time when I was visiting Mom they graced us with their presence several times.

They would appear out of the blue and Mom would announce their presence for me. They would fly around us but in total their visit would only last but for a few short minutes.

I cannot see them but I can sure imagine them flying close to us. I have named the main butterfly Josefine.  She is white with brown wings. There is another butterfly and she is a very pale yellow in colour.

Now I wait to say goodbye to them as I prepare to leave Mom.

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Such a pleasant person: At home with Mom's dentist

This was a very friendly and interesting visit from Mom’s dentist. She arrived on time and was so very good with Mom.

She was very talkative and friendly. I was at ease with her throughout the visit. I just wish that other dentists were like her.

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Such precious memories! Mom in her kitchen

It is such a joy to watch Mom in her kitchen. This is the new way of doing things and I am just so delighted to be part of it.

Mom decides what task she wants to take on for the day. She rises out of her chair and along with her walker she strides to her kitchen with me following. She tells me what she is going to do.

I fetch all of the necessary implements, bowls, cutting board, and then I wait patiently for the next step. Mom asks me to bring her high chair to her and I do so, positioning it in front of the stove.

Before this, however, I lay out her implements and fetch whatever else she needs. I chop onions and other things as she wants and wash up as we go along.

Finally it is to the stove and I stand guard as Mom cooks and then she asks me to taste. I do so with great enthusiasm and finally she is done. I complete washing up and Mom retreats to her chair to rest and relax.

I replace her high chair and all is now done.

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The balancing act: Mom's new care giver

 

I have to say that since her mishap, Mom has been relatively fortunate to have reasonably good care givers. No one is perfect and these ladies continue to do to the best of their abilities. Except for Michelle, the care givers have been acceptable.

Her new care giver is quiet, pleasant, and helps when she is called upon. She offers to help whenever she observes that Mom needs help.

It may not be easy for these care givers to be on the job all day but it is also not easy for Mom who continually needs to ensure that they stay on track.

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What a brave boy! Visiting Christian

 This is such a very difficult time for me personally, and why? Despite Christian’s cheerful demeanour, it is so difficult for me to deal with his ordeal. Poor Christian has been battling his illness for over 2 years now.

He never complains and takes everything like a man. Char is so very supportive to him and Mom and I spend the next hour or so chatting with them both. We ask Moya to wait outside with Ramlall.

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Wonderful times: Going grocery shopping with Mom and Moya

 

This is probably one of the highlights whenever I visit Mom. Yes, going grocery shopping with Mom and Moya.

We get into Ramlall’s car, which is hot because there is no air conditioner, and off we go. Then, soon enough we are at the supermarket.

Mom gets into her wheelchair and Ramlall goes off to get the shopping cart. Then I stand behind the wheelchair and Moya guides us into the supermarket.

For the next hour we traverse the aisles with Mom directing traffic.  She knows exactly what she wants and Moya goes off to fetch the desired items.

Ramlall helps and before you know it our shopping trip is over. Mom pays and then we leave the supermarket.

We buy lunch on the way home and then comes the hardest part of this outing. Mom changes into her home clothes and proceeds to her chair where she sits waiting for lunch. Moya unpacks the goods and Ramlall leaves while she is doing this. Then, finally our day of shopping is done.

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Such beautiful and delicate ones: The beautiful butterflies

 

On my most recent trip to visit Mom, we did not have the pleasure of enjoying our beautiful butterflies in Mom’s garden.

We named a white butterfly Josefine and each time we sat in Mom’s garden Mom kept watching for Josefine to appear. Once or twice Josefine did fly by and Mom was so very excited to see her.

I always enjoy these special moments when Josefine comes by and Mom describes her visit. She flies back and forth in front of us and then she is gone.

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Enjoying being together: Laundry time

This is a more orderly and less stressful activity with my mom. I place the clothes in the washer’s tub. I turn on the tap and Mom proceeds to turn on the washer and to put the detergent into the tub. Then I wait for the washing to be done.

I turn off the tap and the washer. Sometimes Mom and I hang out the clothes together but I really do not mind doing this alone.

All done and when the clothes are dry, I take them off their hangers and bring them to her where she carefully folds each piece of clothing and then I put them away.

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Warm and wonderful feelings: Cooking again with Mom

This is one of my most treasured activities with Mom. To cook and enjoy a total experience of closeness, friendship, and lots of learning and laughing. Mom is definitely the leader.

I help her to lay out her stuff.  Then I bring her the high chair for her to sit on. She goes slowly and surely and I wait for her to tell me how to help her.

I hustle to the fridge, to the cupboards, and then I wash up the utensils and wipe down the counters as we go. Mom is so very meticulous and I never stop admiring how she does it!

I am her official taster.  Her can opener and her bottle opener. We cook, we bake, and we invent all kinds of recipes. That’s my beloved Mom.

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Very humorous: Trying to find Mom

 

This is probably one of my most entertaining experiences every time I visit Mom. She is just so very skilled with her walker that whenever she chooses, she moves around quietly so as not to either alert us or to let us know where she is.

This has happened to me so many times and each time I have to smile to myself. She rises out of her chair, grips her walker, and then moves quickly around.

She lifts her walker as she goes and puts it down gently on the floor as she walks. The other day I went looking for her and no way could I find her.

I checked the washroom, the laundry room, the kitchen, and I finally found her in her room moving around amongst her things. Oh, yes! That’s my Mom!

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About time! Returning to my piano playing

Here is another activity that I have decided to resurrect.  Oh yes, my piano playing. Over the years I have made several attempts to do this but now I think that I am on a roll.

First it was my exercise bike and then my chess playing. Now, time for my piano playing and looking forward to enjoying it.

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Not very easy: Returning to the exercise bike

 

Oh yes, and it is high time that I do so. I started this in August 2025 and thus far it has yielded great results for my diabetes and my sugar levels.

I jump on my bike as often as I can and pedal as robustly as I can for about 15 minutes. I sweat, my heart races, and I am very happy.

As a vision-impaired person I need to find ways to exercise more robustly as it is difficult for me to run, walk, and do other outdoor activities on my own.

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