Saturday, February 26, 2011

NEW KID ON THE BLOCK

"How old would you be if you didn't know 
how old you were?"
                                                                   ~Satchel Paige

There's a new kid on the block and we finally got the assignment to help a new resident feel at home. Several of the displaced people from the other retirement home have come to the Manor, mostly ladies. We were assigned to a gentleman, Dr. Daniel B.


What a delight he is; not very talkative, but he has the ability to twinkle his eyes which communicates a lot. He displayed a wonderful curiosity when Mr. Bob pulled out his iPhone. Actually, that contraption has been a tremendous ice breaker ever since we moved in.

He's 85, a former dentist, was born in New York City and has 3 daughters.

Men are in short supply here. Dr. Daniel is a good addition.



"There is no pleasure worth forgoing 
just for an extra three years 
in the geriatric ward."
                                                                              ~John Mortimer
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6 comments:

  1. suzan almondFebruary 26, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    You're right about that wonderful twinkle in his eye !

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  2. kathy gFebruary 26, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Oh how wonderful...you too will add much to show him the Windsor ropes!!! And of course, ladies love single men, no matter their age!!

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 26, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    Looks friendly ! A Non Y Mouse

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  4. sueFebruary 26, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    He's fortunate to be assigned to you guys! Looks like a nice man.

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  5. CowTownerFebruary 26, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    I sense yet another interesting topic for future blogs. Can't wait to read them!

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  6. Ted SherartsFebruary 27, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    A distinguished gentleman with professional credentials. Would a man with lesser resume be treated as well?

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