Today reminded me of my mama Dot Duggins.
It was 6 years ago this week that I made the decision to start my consulting business to have the flexibility while she was in Hospice care at her home in rural Walkertown, NC (and take a break from corporate drone-ism).
Best decision of my life. No lie.
Today I took the opportunity to get a pedicure while it was raining. While at the pedicure place, the sweet woman beside me had dementia. Her husband brought her in and ran over to Publix while she was getting her toes and fingers done.
There was a part of the pedicure that made her uncomfortable (ladies, you know that part that makes you laugh and cringe at the same time). The nail tech must have known her well because she said, “here comes the part you don’t like.”
I reached over to her and asked her if I could hold her hand. She said yes. And we held hands for the next five minutes.
Was a wonderful reminder that a little humanity to one person means a lot.
I had a great day. 😊
Thanks, Mama.