Putting It Away
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I swear it’s not being picky.
Or anal.
Or some form of OCD.
I’m not being bossy.
Or a neat-nick.
Or particular.
I swear it’s it’s it’s multiple sclerosis’ fault! MS made me this way.
Here’s how…
Multiple sclerosis eats up our energy like a Ford F-350 guzzles gas. Therefore we need to get things done as quickly & efficiently as possible before MS makes us tap out.
Personally I can’t afford to waste energy searching for something I need that wasn’t put back in its proper place.
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Whether it’s a screwdriver.
Or can opener.
Toothpaste.
Or car keys.
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As one with MS I think you will agree it makes life easier when items are put away in their proper place.
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It’s the same anywhere, at home or at work.
Someone would borrow a stapler and not return it.
Then when you need to staple something you must waste your limited energy tracking it down.
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Maybe I am being nit-picky here.
Somewhat.
Look I am not pointing a finger at him or her. Heck I’m as much to blame as anyone.
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I’ll set something down thinking I’ll put it away later.
Forgetting of course (another strike of MS).
Then it’s a search & rescue mission next time I need it.
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Managing multiple sclerosis is a round-the-clock duty.
But one simple thing you can do to start, is putting it away.
6 Replies to “Putting It Away”
I’m a bit anal too! There’s a place for everything and everything has it’s place. Firm believer in this, so just put your stuff back where you found it! It’s not that hard 🙂
So glad I am not alone with this habit. I was like this before MS but now it is even worse!
How can I subscribe? I have MS and enjoy your writing.
Love it!
This is me, to a tee!
Renee,
Thanks for visiting. Glad you enjoy My Odd Sock. The site doesn’t have a subscription feature so you’ll just have to check back. Usually post every week or so. Thanks again!