We haven't exchanged presents in my family for many years. We had started playing bingo after a traditional Christmas dinner and gave away prizes to bingo winners. This year we decided it had run it's course. One evening not long ago my mother was saying how she really wanted a robe and slippers to relax in after supper when she watched TV (and fell asleep in her chair). I paid attention. Christmas shopping in Penney's gave me the perfect opportunity to find just such a robe that mom had described. A call to my sister to verify color and size and I decided to add a pair of very pretty pajamas as well.
I have given my dad a senior citizen's pass to school sporting events for several years now for his birthday. I knew that he was struggling with the uncomfortable bleachers so I decided to buy him a stadium chair. Hopefully he'll be able to carry it to the gym and get it set up to provide some relief on his hips and back.
Mom's reaction to her pink robe was classic. There were tears as well. From my mom, my dad, my sister and me. Mom said she didn't know what to get me in return but my request was a simple one. Stick around for a while longer. Please. I love these two people and I understand how fortunate I am to still have them in my life.
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