A lady never reveals her true age. That said, I admit to having passed the double nickel. By whatever grace or luck, I am able to do pretty much everything I used to, just not as long or as often. (Hence the reason the song is on the spindle). I can still type the same number of words as when I aced the skill exam for my first "professional" job, but the fingers get stiffer and typing becomes more of a chore after a few hours. More important (and frustrating) is the reduced ability to multi-task. Instead of juggling eight or ten or even 12 tasks simultaneously, focus is concentrated on one thing at a time.
And as for the title of the post? Fingerless gloves keep fingers more nimble. From weakness came a strength--greater organization. Organization ensures the single task is done more efficiently and hopefully quicker. Click on the list below to see what the other authors are sharing.
~till next time, Helen
Great take on this topic!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by. I'm still as good as I once was, but maybe not as often or for as long. But I'll take what I can get.
DeleteGreat that you managed to find a way around your weakness. I've often thought about getting fingerless gloves because my hands get so cold during the winter. Organization...yeah not sure I know what that word means. LOL I'm good with keeping my kid's stuff straight and the rest falls by the wayside.
ReplyDeleteOrganization is one of those things you can never let get away from you. I never said my entire life is organized . I would love it to be, but there aren't enough hours in the day. Keeping kids stuff straight is an amazing task by itself.
DeleteI love it. I think the fact that double nickel is lost far back in my rear view mirror is as strength...except for the marketing issues.
ReplyDeleteYou're right that not being able to do 20 things at once can hamper you when marketing. And it takes more work to get a good headshot.
DeleteYou're right about organization making tasks easier. Sure wish I was organized! Great post!
ReplyDeleteI wish I could stay organized. Each time I get there, the mess gremlins try to take over.
DeleteAdaptation and flexibility is the true strength. It helps with writing, living, loving, being. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletegood point. thanks for stopping by.
DeleteHah! The double nickel is nothing. I'm so old I'm collecting Social Security AND Canadian Social Insurance.
ReplyDeletethen the next round of drinks is on you. :)
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