it has served me well. and it was finally time. this massive, warm, full-length, fluffy coat that has seen me through many things, was now meant for someone else. we have been together for two long seasons. one of them very, very long. my polar-voretx partner.
and now, it is time. other people need coats. and without a further thought, i shall pass it on. who knows who will next wear this so proudly and so comfortably?
favorite memories of my coat:
protective floatation device when sliding twice on ice, and into water once, under cars
playground warm up center
child wrap as needed
comforter
dirt collector (forgot why i chose white)
sledding partner
outdoor hockey game protective shield from cold
blizzard survival device
pet bed/sanctuary
accidental car cleaner-offer of road salt
seat cushion at many games
snowball fight shield
concussion-saving wrap when demonstrating what not to do on playground ice in order to stay safe, and then doing it
Do not judge others by appearances, for a rich heart may be under a poor coat! -Scottish Proverb quotes
—
image credits: musingsinmongolia,funtoo.com,
Discover more from I didn't have my glasses on....
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
I didn't have my glasses on.... 
I couldn’t resist popping in when this email came up on my screen, I wave farewell to your fluffy coat with you, love the photos. Your coat has served you well. xx
LikeLike
thanks, jen. hope all is easier soon.
LikeLike
Thank you honey, completed 10 of the 27 assessments, head down for a little while yet, the ‘other’ stuff still hangs.
LikeLike
a great beginning and i know there is a lot, wish i could have sent you my protective shield coat.
LikeLike
What a nice post! Thanks for sharing this, along with sharing your coat!
LikeLike
and thank you for reading, freeda )
LikeLike
Sweet- it’s hard to part with a beloved item of clothing, I’m sure it will find a loving new home.
LikeLike
i’m sure it will )
LikeLike
LOL! Now I know of all the uses for a coat :-)
LikeLike
so, consider this a teaching post, eric )
LikeLike
I`ve been known to double up my fluffy coats making it impossible to bend over from the waist. BUT- I stay warm. ish…
LikeLike
i totally understand this, emily )
LikeLike
May your formerly white do-it-all prove to be equally as utilitarian for its next proud owner, Beth. And warm, too. Onward you move to the next coat-in-shining armor.
LikeLike
thanks mark and may they enjoy it as much as i did )
LikeLike
One man’s trash is another’s treasure! I used to garage sale all the time, but a coat drive is a great cause. I have a few bags in my car ready to donate!
LikeLike
so true, susie. pass them on when you can )
LikeLike
I have the honor of saying that I personally remember that coat. That’s all I have to say….
LikeLike
indeed you do, debbie and it has seen a lot of life )
LikeLike
love the penguin pic :lol:
LikeLike
thanks, duncan )
LikeLike
This was a great way to say goodbye to your coat! I never think about Spring being a good time to turn in my older coats! I tend to hoard a bunch of different ones! This particular ‘ode’ to an old coat, really struck me. I like that you have utilized it to the fullest, including hugging cold children and floating along with it, so you didn’t sink under the water?! Smiles, Robin
LikeLike
thanks robin, and it really was used to the max!
LikeLike
Living to the max is the way you roll!
LikeLike
Love the quote at the end. And all the parts that came before it. :)
LikeLike
thank you so much, grand
LikeLike
)
LikeLike
OK. I’m heading up to my closet now … good idea — thanks for the inspiration. Although I don’t have a formerly white one to pass on!
LikeLike
have fun passing your stuff on )
LikeLike
Funny pics! The coated cow looks comfortable. :)
LikeLike
he does!
LikeLike
Can You Buy Orlistat generic cialis from india Free Viagras Buy Cialis Viagra Prix En France
LikeLike