The Wrong Side of the Bed

"The wrong side of the bed is the left side, according to a superstition that goes back to the time of the Romans. People have been saying other people 'got up on the wrong side of the bed,' 'awoke surly or grouchy,' for well over three centuries now, usually not knowing the real meaning of what they are saying, but the equally old expression 'got up left foot forward' tells the story. The supposedly sinister nature of the left is reflected in many English superstitions and expressions, such as the belief that it is unlucky to put your left shoe first, or to walk into a house left foot first. The Romans, especially Augustus Caesar, were very careful that they got up on the right side of the bed, but there is no evidence that they were less grouchy than anyone else." From "Encyclopedia of Word and Phrase Origins" by Robert Hendrickson
Hi, my name is Sandra. I live in Summerville, SC, USA. I'm 63, divorced & mother of two sons. I live alone with my cat, Buddy, in a split home with my oldest son. We still have our privacy, but it is nice to have him near. My youngest son also lives nearby and is helpful too. Both of them blesses me in so many ways. I have two grandchildren, an 18 year old girl and a ten year old boy. I was about 50 when the picture was taken. Older now, with more wrinkles, and I think more wisdom.

Sunday, June 14, 2009

Had a long talk with Karen yesterday and I've decided to visit Ricky and Butch after my elbow surgery (Thursday) and some recoup time. I'm anxious about this, but I feel it is something that I must do. Actually, it's something I want to do. Anyone that knows me and what my family has gone through will understand why I'm nervous about this.
I was distressed to learn about Karen's health problems. She is so young, only 37, and is having health problems that I did not have until my 50's. I'm sad that I've lost contact with my family members, but I have to avoid all the drama to conserve my sanity. Maybe enough time has passed. I'm delighted that April sent me a kiss on facebook and we chatted via e-mail. It sounds as though she is doing well and is trying to adopt a baby.
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Me

Me

Jamie & Alysa

Jamie & Alysa
Phot taken about 6 years ago

John

John
My youngest

John & Johnny

John & Johnny
Taken about 6 years ago

Buddy

Buddy
My Oriental Shorthair, My Pride & Joy

Buddy enjoying the Sun

Buddy enjoying the Sun