"On Her Own"

This "young" lady is living alone in a big home and she reminds me that things are different when you are on your own. She is often at her desk looking at mail or reading the Bible. She likes me to come in and talk a minute. She is very nice and likes to hear about me. She loved talking about Elissas' wedding. She has foot problems and I have been trying to talk her into going to the doctor, but she doesn't want to for some reason.

The Couple

These two are my first stop, and the Mr. usually meets me at the car. He doesn't say a lot most days, but he always seems to be smiling about something. On the days I do go in the Mrs. is in her chair with her whole world around her at arms lenght. She always likes to talk, sometimes fussing a little about getting things done, never her situation. I have never heard about their physical ailments, but both are quick to say Thank You, and/or Bless You.

What a great way to begin!

Explanation of the Route

People have all different kinds of routes, so I will tell you about my kind. It's the best, I think!

My route consists of about 14 people who are disabled and homebound, to different degrees. I deliver a hot meal for Meals on Wheels every weekday morning. For me, I try to deliver a little happiness in the way of a smile, or chat, or sometimes a hug. Many times I'm the one that gets the smile!

All of my Peeps (people) have different situations and needs. Some just want the meal and a "How are you?", some want me to come in and put the meal in a designated spot, and chat a minute. Some I could easily spend an hour with "chatting", and it can be hard to cut it short. Almost everyone wants to know about me and what is going on.

I might use the term "work", but I don't consider it to be. I started out as a volunteer and if I had to, I'd do it again. The pay is much more than a check could ever be!! This blog is about the Peeps. I want to remember......

Peace