My week in review – with Smudge
by Elouise
Smudge watching our squirrel-proof birdfeeder
This past week felt like an out of control rollercoaster. Up one moment, down the next. Clearly running out of steam. I thought I had this Covid-19 lifestyle all sorted out.
There’s something diabolical about maintaining a Covid-19 lifestyle while watching Covid-19 cases rise, POTUS tank, voting procedures being weaponized, fires on the West Coast, hurricanes on the Gulf Coast, and general disarray throughout a country that now feels more like fiefdoms. Oh…not to forget the plot to kidnap a female governor and begin an internal uncivil war. This is not a joke.
Nothing is so discouraging as watching POTUS & Crew flounder daily. No, I don’t watch or listen to the news all day. Just once a day is more than enough.
Thankfully, I accomplished several things this week. First, I voted by mail, using a friendly drop box at a nearby library. Done! Second, I had my annual “Wellness Visit” for old folks. The major goal is to identify elderly citizens who need further follow-up or help. I’m happy to say both D and I got a pass for the coming year. We also got flu shots. Mine hurt for several days. D’s didn’t. Life is so unfair.
While talking with my wonderful primary care doctor, she asked about my writing. I told her about my poem, Haunted, including the fact that I sent it off along with a letter to the editor of a local south George weekly newspaper. She requested a copy of the letter and the poem! Why? Because some members of this family practice have begun a voluntary small group meeting to talk about issues including racism. I was stoked and grateful.
As for the photo below, I didn’t see the dead mouse until I finished breakfast. No, Smudge didn’t eat it. The poor little mouse is now somewhere on its way to dust. Nonetheless, I was impressed by the way Smudge chose to announce his overnight triumph!
Little things mean a lot. Especially now.
Praying you’re finding your way through these strange days.
Elouiseβ₯
Β© Elouise Renich Fraser, 10 October 2020
Photos of Smudge taken by ERFraser, late September, and 9 October 2020
Yes, little things DO mean a lot. π
Glad you had some good great positives this week!
Smudge is watching “cat TV”! HA! π
I find the gifts cats bring to be so kind. It’s like they’re saying,
“You poor human-beans are such bad hunters…can’t bring in any good food…so I’m helping you.” π π
Thank you for this post, Elouise! I shall go on now with my day encouraged, uplifted, and smiling! π
HUGS!!! π
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Hi, Carolyn! Thanks for your smiling comments!
Yes! “Cat TV” Brilliant!
As for helping us cat-lovers along, I like your interpretation of the dearly departed mouse in his food dish! I often wonder what Smudge is trying to tell me. I think dogs are probably way better at communicating. Especially with slobber! π¦
Thanks for your uplifting comment! π
Elouise
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I’m glad to hear you and D are good for another year. Also glad that Smudge is taking such good care of you.
Grace and peace to you…
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And to you…
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