Thursday, November 4, 2010

Missing Mom?

You haven't seen Mom in a while, so I figured you'd enjoy this shot of her on Halloween, in all her glory!
 

(If there was any doubt where I get my Halloween spirit, that should now be put to rest! :)

Even after all of her Halloween excitement, Mom kept her regular commitment to volunteer at her local election headquarters on Tuesday. In fact, I'd wager to say that my 81-year-old mother worked harder on Tuesday than anyone half her age, manning the polls from 6:30am until she arrived home at 9pm! I had called to see how it went, but she was so tired, she went right to bed without returning my call.  Today (Wednesday) she told me they had an incredible turnout (which will come as no surprise, I'm sure), and she and her fellow volunteers didn't get a break all day! She was excited to tell me about it.

"We were so busy! Yahoo!!" [what a cutie pie!]

Mom said she was so tired today that she didn't get out of her pajamas "until noon!" Then, she just lazed around with "Jimmy Cat."

I'd say she's entitled, wouldn't you?


Posted by at 12:00 AM

28 comments:

  1. msprimadonna67November 4, 2010 at 2:24 AM

    Fabulous Halloween spirit. Love it!

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  2. MattyNovember 4, 2010 at 3:05 AM

    It just goes to show that you're never too old to be a kid. God bless her for volunteering for a very worthwhile event. She deserves to lounge around.

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  3. mubNovember 4, 2010 at 3:32 AM

    Your mom is amazing (which I'm sure you already know hhaha)! I think if I'd worked that long at the polls I'd probably have stayed in my pajamas all day, not just til noon ;)

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  4. Karen and GerardNovember 4, 2010 at 3:47 AM

    Your mom is a Super Senior! That is just wonderful that she has that much energy to be able to work those long hours--don't think I could! Not without breaks. Love that she spent the next day recuperating with her cat.

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  5. MaryNovember 4, 2010 at 4:49 AM

    That is so incredible! Manning the polls looks like tedious work; what a long day!

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  6. Lucy and EthelNovember 4, 2010 at 5:53 AM

    I'd like to stay in my pajamas all day just reading about your mom's day at the polls!

    'Lucy'

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  7. Formerly known as FrauNovember 4, 2010 at 6:32 AM

    Your Mom is awesome......seriously can I keep her!

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  8. Rebecca JoNovember 4, 2010 at 6:36 AM

    I love your momma!!! I want her spunkiness! :)

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  9. FreeFlyingNovember 4, 2010 at 7:50 AM

    She is awesome! And I LOVE her Halloween outfit!

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  10. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)November 4, 2010 at 7:52 AM

    Ohhhh Mama I've missed you!!!!

    She looks fantastic Mrs. 4444's! I love how she's decked both her lovely self and her house out!

    That Mama...she sure has 'spunk'!!!
    I just adore her :o)

    God bless and thanks so much for bringin' mama back!

    Have a terrific day sweetie!

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  11. Eternal LizdomNovember 4, 2010 at 8:23 AM

    One of our older neighbors works the polls every year- that 6 a.m. and all day until they close shift. I was there close to end of day on Tuesday and I could tell she was tired but I could also tell she really enjoyed her job!

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  12. brainellaNovember 4, 2010 at 8:58 AM

    Your Mom is so much fun! I love her outfit. Reminds me of my mom... :)

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  13. MaryNovember 4, 2010 at 9:43 AM

    Thanks for coming by and entering in my contest! I thought I would spread the word about the contest, come to http://sketchesbymary.blogspot.com to enter!

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  14. charretteNovember 4, 2010 at 10:04 AM

    She is just adorable. I love your mom and all her spunk!

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  15. CiCiNovember 4, 2010 at 10:15 AM

    Your mom sets a high mark for the rest of us to strive to reach when we are her age.

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  16. UnknownNovember 4, 2010 at 10:20 AM

    Entitled? Absolutely.

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  17. UnknownNovember 4, 2010 at 10:44 AM

    That lady does the name Elsie proud!

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  18. Sarah CassNovember 4, 2010 at 12:06 PM

    Your Mom really is awesome. That picture just made me giggle...she looks like she's having such a good time!!

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  19. One PhotoNovember 4, 2010 at 1:15 PM

    You see that's exactly how I want to be in my 80's - great photo!

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  20. Ann in the UPNovember 4, 2010 at 2:21 PM

    Everybody up there is right. Elsie is the Wonder Woman of Octogenarians, and she's no cranky pants like that scroogy Maxine. She looks cheerful and willing to take on everything---something like Mrs 4444.

    A fine role model for someone like me.

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  21. OscarNovember 4, 2010 at 2:54 PM

    Gotta Love 'er!

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  22. Crazed NitwitNovember 4, 2010 at 3:58 PM

    I adore your mother! I wish I could know her (and you) in person. You both rock!!

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  23. KazzyNovember 4, 2010 at 10:18 PM

    Your mom is a rock star!

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  24. Impulsive AddictNovember 4, 2010 at 11:07 PM

    YOUR mom is adorable. MY mom dresses similar...like everyday in real life. Not just for Halloween.

    Pray for me.

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  25. UnknownNovember 5, 2010 at 1:19 AM

    Love it! I think I might need to get my mom a little more involved on my blog... I guess I will just have to post up are movie dates!

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  26. Bill LislemanNovember 5, 2010 at 9:43 AM

    sounds like she is really enjoying life. Also good to be doing something you enjoy and getting good feedback on.
    all the best.

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  27. Mel FraaseNovember 5, 2010 at 10:11 AM

    Good for her!! That's pretty awesome. Like her Halloween costume!

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  28. Tracie NallNovember 5, 2010 at 11:08 PM

    She is just so cute!!

    I love that she works at the election headquarters. That is so awesome.

    Your mom is awesome!

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