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A Fitted Sheet

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I love flannel sheets in the winter, but this winter has been relatively mild which offers pros and cons. When we had our cold snap a couple of weeks ago, I took advantage of it and placed flannel sheets on my bed, but that feeling of coziness was short lived as the temperatures began to rise.

Over the weekend I decided to exchange the flannels for normal sheets and stripped them off the bed. Placing them inside the washer, it made sense to get them clean before storing them away for the year, but when they came out of the dryer, I faced my usual dilemma of folding the fitted sheet. In my perpetual singleness this has always been a struggle but began going through the rolodex of my mind to recall how its properly done and put the clean flannel sheets away.

Another minor struggle of mine is placing the new fitted sheet on the bed. I rarely get it right first try and have the long end on the short end of the mattress, so have to flip it around to start again. Taking one corner at a time it slides over the mattress and snaps firmly into place. That final corner takes more strength than the rest, but when it finally slips into place it offers accomplishment. Stepping back to admire the fitted sheet snugly in place, encompassing the mattress is rewarding.

Life is like a fitted sheet. If our start is off, we can go a unique way to find what fits. Once we’re on that divine path, each corner slips into place. We’ll get weary along the way and that last part takes all the strength we have left, but it’s worth it to be able step back and see how everything slid into place just like a fitted sheet.

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8 responses to “A Fitted Sheet”

  1. agingwithgrace104771094 Avatar
    agingwithgrace104771094

    So…. If I like your post in email it works! Older posts also work.

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      Barb

      That’s interesting. You know…it showed up earlier today as ‘Dawn B****’ liking this post, but it shows you again as ‘agingwithgrace’, so I have double the likes from you which is magical. I knew you’d win. 💖

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  2. Dwight Hyde Avatar
    Dwight Hyde

    I can definitely relate Barb, “..unique way to find what fits.” 😊

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    1. Barb Avatar
      Barb

      Thank you, Dwight. 😊

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  3. Gary A. McMahon Avatar
    Gary A. McMahon

    Sheets are a real luxury. I remember many night’s staying at my friends’ home where they could not afford sheets. (One family had 12 children.) I’d put pillows and pillow cases in that category too.I remember after the fire being so thankful to have pillow to rest upon. I felt rather rich and once again remembered all that I had to be thankful for. (Your monthly letter is pure class and greatly enjoyed!)

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    1. Barb Avatar
      Barb

      They really are Gary and I cannot imagine having 12 kids, but my Daddy had 11 brothers and sisters, so that was the norm. I remember when leaving my marriage, I took a couple of sets of sheets with me thinking it would be a while before being able to afford to buy my own. I never knew what a ‘good’ pillow was until a few years ago, and like you, I was just grateful to have one to rest my head. You’ve been through so much in your life, but still you’re coming out thankful. I imagine God smiling at you daily. Thank you for your kind words about the monthly letter! It’s good to know that the pure joy in sending and receiving is mutual my friend.

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      1. Gary A. McMahon Avatar
        Gary A. McMahon

        Your letter idea is a fantastic and clever way of creating connections and you add a unique touch to it…. Barb, I think you have much to offer, especially to young women who are dealing with those difficult transitions of life between say, roughly between 25 and 45 years old. Not just because of your life experiences but also how you’re able to keep a sense of dignity even in the messes. I think your messages are unique and needed and would make a wonderful book. Sheets, alcohol, coffee, gardening, daughters and mothers, wearing comfortable clothes to church, and on would all make great short chapters. You certainly have the writing skills.

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      2. Barb Avatar
        Barb

        Hey Gary, but it wasn’t my idea, and I take no credit. It was put on my heart by the big guy and I tried to make it more reasonable by offering an online newsletter. 😂 Aw…thank you Gary and your words truly water my heart. My daughter said something very similar to me last year, so it looks like the two of you are being used as messengers. I’m willing to do my part and leave the rest to Him. Thank you for sending water to the well. 🙏

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