I’ve just started having my nails manicured. I love the look but I found I could no longer get the clasps on necklaces to open and then fit them through the tiny loops. Putting on jewelry took forever. There were times when I just changed my choice so I could clasp it.

A few weeks ago I also bought a wheeled walker with a seat.

I want to continue to go to Busch Gardens and to places like a Christmas tour where walking is a must. I knew doing it would be a struggle. I bought the cart and now I feel more free. Kelly may want to stop and sit a bit too. I know if I had all the time in the world, I could do it, provided there were seats occasionally but this way I’m not depended on things being provided for me.

I still wish I had the electric cart I got for John, but this will be easier to manage. I remember how difficult it was to get the cart’s pieces in in the car. They were heavy. Together, we could lift them, but alone I’d have problems.

I want my body to last another 20 years. I need to recognize it’s limitations. Maybe if I use some of these “aids” I can function like I used to.

I recognize there’s little comparison between a magnetic necklace clasp and a wheeled walker, but they are both items I’m only using because I’m getting older.