Quotation for Wednesday 22nd April 2020

Good morning everyone,

I felt like something a bit more frivolous today so here's a poem from Rose Milligan to remind us all that housework will always wait. We might not be able to enjoy life to the fullest right now, but even at home it's good to do something creative, or even just relax. If you enjoy housework, that's wonderful, and I wish I did, but somehow I'm always looking for permission not to do it. And here's my permission.

"Dust if you must, but wouldn't it be better

To paint a picture, or write a letter,

Bake a cake, or plant a seed;

Ponder the difference between want and need?

Dust if you must, but there's not much time,

With rivers to swim, and mountains to climb;

Music to hear, and books to read;

Friends to cherish, and life to lead.

Dust if you must, but the world's out there

With the sun in your eyes, and the wind in your hair;

A flutter of snow, a shower of rain,

This day will not come around again.

Dust if you must, but bear in mind,

Old age will come and it's not kind.

And when you go (and go you must)

You, yourself, will make more dust."

- Rose Milligan -

Wishing you all a great day today

[Narwhal10]

❤️ It. Thank you.

[sassy59]

I’m with you and Rose. The dusting will keep although I do try to keep it down. I’m happier reading, watching the birds, looking out at a beautiful sky as happened last night. Anything but housework.

I’ve been busy getting Pete’s nebuliser packed up to be collected by Hermes. It needs a service as not much pressure there. Pari will look at it free of charge. Also amended Asda order ready for Fridays delivery. Phew! Need a rest now.

Enjoy your day Callendersgal, thank you. Xxxx 😘🌈😍

[Hidden in reply to sassy59]

Hi sassy59, I didn't take my own advice today. I noticed how much dirt and dust had accumulated around my kitchen light fitting so have been teetering around on a stepladder to give it a good old scrub! But otherwise I've been my usual slothful self!

Oh it's great having free servicing for Pete's nebulizer. Will it be away for long?

I've taken a rest today and posted on the forums early, then scarpered for the day. Now back up and raring to go! I hope you enjoyed your day! 😀🙏🌺 xxx

[sassy59 in reply to Hidden]

I don’t blame you for taking a much earned rest, especially after all that teetering...lol.

Pete’s nebuliser has been collected by Hermes so will be on its way to Pari. He has a spare so it’s not a problem.

I’m off to bed now, ready to see what tomorrow brings. Night. Xxxx😘👍😀