By Helen Beer
A child of the Depression, Ben’s favorite go-to, one-size-fits-all pronouncement for any of life’s hiccups was, “That’s the way it goes: first your money, then your clothes.”
A modest man, Ben worked hard, saved his money, married a good woman, and led a satisfying, decent, law-abiding life. Healthy and fit for the most part, his only weakness was sweets. Oh sure, there was that little matter of Type 2 Diabetes. But a little cheating couldn’t hurt, he convinced himself.
So, when his physician pronounced, in exasperation, “First your foot, then your leg…” Ben’s response? “That’s not the way it goes, Doc.”
Nice reversal on this one, Helen. Clever.
Thank you, David.
An excellent story to tell those who have Type 2 diabetes, and who are inclined to cheat.
Appreciate it, Larry.
You have a husband who doesn’t listen too? (or other friend-or-relation). A nice, succinct way to offer a wake-up call.
Good ending.
Adelaide
Thank you, Adelaide.
Thanks, Cathy. While my family has been spared, I do have a friend and former colleague with Diabetes *and* a habit of cheating on the sweets. He’s the first to admit he shouldn’t, too.
Comical ending.
…and you do the Hokey Cokey and you turn around…
loved it, great use of words
Excellent. Sounds familiar. Nicely crafted.