Because my back is playing up…
The pain is not a joke…
I thought I’d run a nice, hot bath
And have a proper soak.
I’ve got a tub of Epsom salts,
A remedy of yore,
Perhaps they’d help a little bit
To ease the bit that’s sore.
I looked down at the bathtub
With the small dog at my side,
And while I weighed the problem up
She ran away to hide.
She doesn’t like the bath, oh no,
And needed no excuse
To run away before I pounced
…She knows my every ruse.
But should I take a bath, well then
She’s right there by my side,
And eyeing up my dignity
…I have nowhere to hide.
The small dog’s toilette, just for once,
Was not what what made me pout…
The problem was not getting in,
But whether I’d get out.
What if, I wondered, I got in,
But then I wound up stuck?
With just the dog as cavalry
I would be out of luck.
The only help that I could call
Would be a local son,
And that would not be good at all
When all is said and done!
Instead, I left the doors unlocked
And powered up the phone
So if it all went belly up,
I’d not be stuck alone.
I eased myself into the tub,
Before the bath was run,
But fully clothed for starters
As protection for the son.
Both in and out I managed it,
Though not without a groan,
And so I thought I’d risk it
And get in the bath alone.
I made the water steaming hot,
Which made me lobster pink,
…And left a bathrobe handy
And my phone right by the sink.
Now, bathing should be all relaxed,
A healing thing… instead
I lay and soaked, but getting out
Was filling me with dread.
At least it made me stay in there
The best part of an hour…
But honestly… tomorrow?
Well, I think I’ll get a shower!
Sue Vincent's Daily Echo 
hahah It paints a picture! Loved it.
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All true, alas 😉
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Nice and slowly does it . Glad you thought to take the phone and put it in reach. Sending healing hugs… gentle ones.💜💜
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I wasn’t taking any chances 😉 ❤
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Glad to hear it. We had to get rid of the bath and have a large shower put in. I do miss not being able to have a bath. Hey ho!!💜💜
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I would be reluctant to abandon the bathtub, though I do use the shower a lot more than the tub as a rule.
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I had no say in the matter, out of hospital five days (having been in over month and having had three operations) I snooker in the bath to have s shower while hubby was out…… I fell out of the bath… Hubby banned me from bathroom on my own…then asap had new bathroom put in minus bath… Looks lovely but do miss bath. My own fault! 💜💜
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I recognise that kind of stubborness though 😉 ❤
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Lol well learn from my mistake 💜💜😀
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I’ve a few of my own that could teach me too 😉 x
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God help us both!💜😀
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Someone needs to 😉 xx
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Yes indeed 😭😱😀
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Back pains, so find a spinal pilates physio. I speak from experience, it will do you well both physically and mentally.
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It probably would. Thank you.
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What an awful dilemma, nobody wants to have to call for help, naked. I hope you enjoyed your soak in the bath, and that your back is soon feeling better. x
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That’s why I did the dry trial run 😉
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Another gem Sue. Hope you are feeling better today.
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I wish…! I may have to brave the bath again 😉
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Good one, Sue. I’ll bet Ani was relieved that SHE was not the one going in! Fin yourself a good physical therapist – they can do wonders. Hubs has one and also an acupuncturist…
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Ani is always relieved not to go in the bath 🙂
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Thanks, Michael 🙂
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I wanted to laugh but then that would be mean. It sounds like you thought it out well and were prepared just in case. I’m sure Ani would have helped you, like a good little dog! I do hope your back is better soon, Sue.
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Thanks, Darlene. Ani tends not to get too close when i’m in the bath…in case I decide she needs to be bathed too 😉
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They make for stairs a chair-lift,
And also for the loo;
So why not get one to shift
A bod at bath-time, too?
Love the verse and cartoon.
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😀 I have no stairs… and I’m not quite there yet thank you 😀
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One does have to consider all the possibilities, unfortunately. Glad you got your soak and were able to get out. Heal quickly, Sue!
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Thanks, Eliza… it was touch and go for a while there 😉
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Glad you are on the mend. The hardest part is giving it the time it needs. 😉
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Tell me about it 😉
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Thanks, Jaye x
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The last time I had a bath was several years ago. I couldn’t get out that day, and ended UK trying to roll over onto my hands and knees. Luckily, I love showers, but need a seat so I can take it easy!
Hope your back gets better soon, Sue!
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I usually go with the shower these days just for speed, but I do enjoy a bath from time to time… not at present though ;
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Which is a shame, for the hot water would help a lot I think!
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It probably would.
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What we need are those hanger things from the ceiling above the bath!
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The mind boggles, Jaye… I’m sure I could manage to do myself an injury with them 😉
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Sometimes I think I need one to get out of bed!
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This morning, I know that I did! 😉
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Oh dear. Those Epsom baths are great, but only if you can get out! Sorry for laughing.
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I had to laugh at myself 🙂
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I do not take baths anymore because — yup, that’s right — I can’t get out. If I had a different tub with a good grab bar, I could, but as of right now, nope. No can do. And I refuse to let Garry help me. That’s the total humiliation bath.
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I am grateful that when I moved in here I found the bath had two grab bars… otherwise I’d be stuck.
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I’m glad it’s not just me. Without something to grab, getting out of the tub is both complicated and probably dangerous.
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I’ve come close to disaster a couple of times lately!
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This is the best. I love it 🙂
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Thanks Wallie and friend 🙂
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I think my first comment went into spam. I love this post and it appears you were well prepared for anything. Love how you tried it out with your clothes on! Hope your back is better soon.
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It did, Darlene… but it is rescued ow 😉
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LOL! What a great poem. You know I have sympathy for you because I have a bad back too. Feel better soon. ❤
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Thanks, Colleen … hope yours is behaving ❤
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I’m painting the upstairs. The heating pad is my friend. 😍
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That makes me groan even just thinking about it 😉
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LOL! It’s a shame really the house is almost 3 years old and they water down the paint when they apply it. Plus, it’s so dry here. The walls just suck up the paint like crazy. We paint one day – then, take two days off. LOL! I’m with the heating pad now! LOL! ❤
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I’m about to get in the bath… too many sore bits today 🙂
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I agree. I’ve got me some lavender epsom salts. That helps me so much. ❤ Enjoy your soak. 😀
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Much needed tonight. x
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I am sorry your back is playing up, Sue. A very entertaining poem.
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I wish it would sort itself out 😉
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Loved your poem, but so sorry to hear about your back. Is there a gym with a pool near you? Walking in the pool keeps me moving and helps ease back pain. Take care! Love and hugs. ❤️❤️❤️
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I’m not entirely sure the back is to blame for the back pain. But it will sort itself out eventually xx
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