My washing clothes skills have evolved considerably since my growing up years on the farm. Since our farmhouse did not have running water, preparing for the washing process was quite involved. The wringer washing machine was stored in the porch and had to be moved into the kitchen along with a double tub containing water that the soap filled clothes could be rinsed in. Once the clothes had been agitated in the washing machine, they were fed into the wringer…..
I celebrated my 81st Christmas several weeks ago. The first couple of those celebrations have faded from my memory but I’m sure I had a good time as my aunts talked gibberish to me and lovingly pinched my fat cheeks. While also commenting on which side of the family I most resembled. Of course, I responded by spitting out my pacifier and giving them a big, sloppy grin. Come to think about it I’m not sure pacifiers had been invented…..
