I thought today
I would have the caretaker
blues.  Mabel certainly fool me.
She was so cheerful and sweet.
While in her doctors office, it was good
to hear him say.  I don't know how you are
doing it, but you are a healthy 81, I must say. 
He looked at me and winked his eye.  He says
you are doing a fine job, 'see you in three months.

If only he knew
how I chewed her out
on her last visit.  I ask her
why to me sometimes she act so
mean?  Who will take the time for visits,
rides, flowers and things? Find someone
else to care for you!  I did not leave her alone.
I love her, you see.  I know she's always loved me.

I got meds and food
and did washing of clothes.
I surprised her when I was johnnie
on the spot, yes, I showed today.  I had
hands on the hips waiting for a fight.  She
was so sweet, I thought I must be treating her
right.  Maybe it took a little spanking for her to see
the real me.    Sis,  who  only wants to do God's will. 

I hope I am not being mean.

Louisa A Dobbins
(c) 2009