Honoring Growing Older in a Song

 

The Quiet Wisdom of Growing Older

We spend so much of our lives talking about the milestones of youth, but we rarely give the same attention to the quiet, profound experience of growing older. I wrote this piece with seniors in mind, and as the words came together, it became deeply personal for me. I found myself becoming quite emotional while writing because I started reflecting on how it feels when the world begins to look past the person you once were.

Honoring My Mother's Perspective

I was thinking specifically of my mother. She once shared with me how it feels to be discounted, or to have your words and experiences treated as though they no longer hold value. That sense of invisibility is a challenge many in our generation face. While I do not personally feel invisible, I know that those moments of being overlooked are very real. I wanted to capture that experience, giving voice to the dignity that remains long after the world stops paying close attention.

A Reflection on My Younger Self

In the second verse, I had to be honest about my own younger self. When we are young, we often believe we have the world by the tail, with everything ahead of us. We do not always see the depth of character and the light that shines within an elderly person. I wrote about that because I wanted to acknowledge that it is a natural part of life. I don't judge anyone for that perspective, as I was just as blind to that wisdom when I was younger as anyone else. It is simply a part of our evolution to eventually realize what we were once unable to see.

Essence Beyond Memory

While this song celebrates the enduring spirit, these words also hold a special resonance for those navigating the complexities of dementia or Alzheimer's. It serves as a gentle reminder that even when the mind may struggle or memories begin to fade, a person's true essence remains deeply rooted within. That spirit still shines through in precious, fleeting moments of connection and love.

A Gentle Invitation

This song isn't a judgment or a negative critique. It is simply an observation about what it feels like to walk through these years and a gentle invitation to see the person behind the age. As a lyricist, I wanted to touch on this subject to give it time in the sun and perhaps foster a little more understanding. 

I hope that when you listen, you feel the heart behind the lyrics and are reminded to cherish the wisdom and stories that surround us every day.

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Grocery Delivery Service Instacart Reviewed

Easy App For Grocery Delivery

I would like to review an App today that assists you in grocery delivery to your door that is easy to use and affordable. In this trying time, many of you reading this are under orders to stay at home except for essential trips that you need to make. Well, getting groceries is essential but when you fall into the age group that is vulnerable it might be that it isn't the safest trip to make. 

Grocery Delivery Made Easy

First, I would like to be transparent and let you know that my recommendation for this service is not something that I will earn any money on. It isn't paid for by the company nor am I given any kind of credit for it's recommendation. I am doing it as a public service to offer an option to our readers for not having to leave the safety of their homes to get food. I am also hoping that if just one person decides to use it that I have given someone the opportunity for employment. With millions of people unemployed at the moment, a job like this might be just what they need.

Not All Delivery Services Are The Same

To your door delivery service for groceries isn't new, many areas have had one or another available for a while. Some are easier to use than others. Some are more costly than others. Currently with the demand as it is, some are almost impossible to order from. My daughter has used Shipt for over 18 months. She loved it until recently. With more people using the app, she found that every time she tried to order a delivery that all of the shopping slots were filled for days ahead. I tried to sign-up for it to use in the area that my 87 year old father lives in but it wasn't available there yet. 

I tried to use the Walmart App to order groceries to be delivered to my Dad but finally gave up. It was easy to place things in the virtual cart but after that it became very frustrating. You have the option of home delivery or pick-up with their service. The rub comes in when you are ready to place the order. They only got 48 hours out...in other words if they are booked up for the next 48 hours you can't order the things you need for delivery OR pick-up. I think it is wonderful that so many people are using the service so that they can comply with social distancing and staying at home but when you need groceries delivered or are willing to pick them up at the curb, well, this wasn't much help. 

So, I looked for other options. I mentioned my father is 87. He really shouldn't be out risking exposure but the thing is, neither should I. My age falls into that vulnerable area, too. I did find a solution that was good for both of us. The app is called Instacart. You will need to download it to your phone in order for it to work the best. The app is free so no problem there. There is a small fee for using the app but it is less than $4. Another fee is added on that amounts to 5% of your grocery total and you have the option to leave a tip for your shopper. 

Depending on your area, there will be different places that your shopper can shop for your groceries. For my Dad's area there were two well known grocery stores, a bulk type retailer and a pharmacy. I chose one of the grocery stores and began to add items to the virtual cart. Once I had all of the items that Dad needed, I proceeded to the next step. It gave me possible delivery times for that day and several days into the future. I liked that! So, I opted for a time and day for his items to be delivered, filled in the payment options and closed the app. Easy, peasy, lemon squeezey!

OK, so delivery day arrives. Dad's order was supposed to be delivered between 10 AM and Noon on that day. At 9:23 AM, I got a message telling me that my shopper was at the store and working on the order. Cool beans! It showed me his avatar which I thought was neat. Anyway, as he worked his way through the aisles, I would get a message through the app that they were out of something and he gave me an option for a substitute. I had the option to approve or decline. I must say, his choices were spot on as a substitute. There were only 3 things that needed to be changed. When he was finished, the app let me know that he was done and that the groceries would be delivered at Dad's door at 11:05 AM. I called Dad to let him know they were on the way. At exactly 11:05, the app let me know that the shopper was there. Bingo! That was so easy! The frozen and refrigerated items were brought in a thermal container to keep them at the proper temperature, too. The shopper was so sweet to my Dad. He let Dad take the thermal container in, remove the items and place it back out the door. He waited patiently because Dad moves kind of slow. 

Was I pleased? You bet! Will I use it again? You bet! I loved that everything went through the app. The shopper could contact me and I could answer through the app. At the end of the transaction, I was given the total that would be charged to Dad's card with a breakdown of what was charged. A virtual receipt. It was so easy and very pleasant to use. 

I highly recommend this particular app for grocery delivery if it is available in your area. It might even be an opportunity for employment for full or part-time work if you are looking for something like that. It is turning out to be a blessing for me and my sweet father.

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