A horse from the other viewpoint

Oh Cathy! One of the things I've been able to enjoy since I retired is not being in charge of anything. But there's another side to it as well. David was wonderful to me when I couldn't look after myself.  He was willing to do anything I asked, including dressing and bathing me.  He made sure we had meals and clean clothes.  He drove me where ever I needed to go.  And I ended up feeling totally useless.  I hated having to ask for help.  It was a very difficult time for me because of this, and the need to feel more independant made me try to do things I shouldn't have.  But for one day--yes--a beautiful dream.