Tag Archives: old age

Walk in my shoes, or perhaps not

Posted on June 16, 2020 by pensitivity101

I didn’t sleep very well last night. Although I was anxious about today’s vet visit, it wasn’t that which kept me awake. It was pain. I first noticed a problem in the afternoon when I stood up and my foot … Continue reading →

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The Last Dance

Posted on June 11, 2018 by pensitivity101

The soft music played over the intercom in the minimarket. It was a classic piece from yesteryear, the kind of music that made you sway gently and put you in the mood to dance. He came in alone, wearing a … Continue reading →

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Age is catching up with us all

Posted on October 25, 2017 by pensitivity101

Maggie will be 13 in January. In Doggy years that will make her 91. Photo on the beach this week. Always active and ready to chase gulls, crows, squirrels, pigeons and lift pheasant or partridge alike, these days she is … Continue reading →

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What is Love?

Posted on September 19, 2017 by pensitivity101

Love is probably one of the most complicated things we experience, as it has so many faces and depths. It pulls at the heartstrings, divides loyalties, causes rifts, and tears you apart. L   Lasting O  Overpowering V   Volatile E   Emotional … Continue reading →

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Her Chariot Awaits

Posted on August 4, 2016 by pensitivity101

Poor Maggie. She had such a lovely time yesterday swimming in the sea and dashing about over the grass to dry off. This morning she’s awoken extremely stiff and isn’t putting any weight on one of her hind legs. We … Continue reading →

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Old Girl

Posted on January 27, 2016 by pensitivity101

I lingered and watched you walking, A fluid spring in your gait, Taking in your surroundings, You stop when I tell you to wait. Nothing is missed by that nose of yours, You squat often to leave your mark, At … Continue reading →

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Too Many

Posted on May 12, 2015 by pensitivity101

The newborn was placed in her arms, a tiny, red-faced prune-like creature. A boy. Timothy. So many years ago she had held a baby just like this for the first time. But she knew this was not her child, yet … Continue reading →

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I Love you Mum

Posted on January 22, 2015 by pensitivity101

I have reblogged a post entitled The Heartbreak of Dementia today and although I know my Mum won’t be reading this, I hope she knows somewhere in her mind that I think of her every day. Sadly, I also know … Continue reading →

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