A New TV for Mom
schwarcw
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In June, my mother in law passed away. Our family was deeply saddened and we miss her terribly, especially around the Holiday season. Life goes on and we have been in the process of closing her estate. Just prior to her untimely death she had purchased a 20 television. In November I moved the TV from Boston to Pittsburgh along with some other items.
For the last several years I have wanted to get my mother a new TV set. My mom is elderly (79), frail and resides in a personal care home. She has tried her best to remain as independent as possible since the passing of my father eight years ago. She was raised during the Great Depression is thrifty and is slow to ask anyone for anything. The last several years I suggested that she may want a new TV to replace her tiny 13 that she has on her dresser for Christmas. My moms eye sight is very poor but she was pretty firm that she didnt want one and has been cool to the idea. Several weeks ago I told her about the TV that I was brought home from my mother in laws house. I suggested that she may want this larger TV (20) as it would be easier for eyes. She agreed and last night I took it over to her. She was so happy with how much larger it was than her little TV and how much better it was to see. It was nice to spend some time with her just watching her new TV. I dont visit her as often as I would like and I really enjoyed that moment.
It also struck me how much this small improvement had such a big impact for her. Many of us spend a lot of effort and money and hope to see and/or hear some improvement with our systems. We should be grateful for what we have and try to remember those who are less fortunate than ourselves. I would like to suggest that everyone who reads this thread try and do something for someone who is need, poor health or just lonely. A little can go a long way towards making a difference for someone this Christmas. Merry Christmas and God bless all of you!
For the last several years I have wanted to get my mother a new TV set. My mom is elderly (79), frail and resides in a personal care home. She has tried her best to remain as independent as possible since the passing of my father eight years ago. She was raised during the Great Depression is thrifty and is slow to ask anyone for anything. The last several years I suggested that she may want a new TV to replace her tiny 13 that she has on her dresser for Christmas. My moms eye sight is very poor but she was pretty firm that she didnt want one and has been cool to the idea. Several weeks ago I told her about the TV that I was brought home from my mother in laws house. I suggested that she may want this larger TV (20) as it would be easier for eyes. She agreed and last night I took it over to her. She was so happy with how much larger it was than her little TV and how much better it was to see. It was nice to spend some time with her just watching her new TV. I dont visit her as often as I would like and I really enjoyed that moment.
It also struck me how much this small improvement had such a big impact for her. Many of us spend a lot of effort and money and hope to see and/or hear some improvement with our systems. We should be grateful for what we have and try to remember those who are less fortunate than ourselves. I would like to suggest that everyone who reads this thread try and do something for someone who is need, poor health or just lonely. A little can go a long way towards making a difference for someone this Christmas. Merry Christmas and God bless all of you!
Carl
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good on ya!!
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Nice going Carl!Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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Good Job!
Nice story
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Definitely a cool thing to do.....
I gave my mom my tv years back and I was happy to see her getting rid of the old family console tv that barely worked.......
Sadly though, my mom killed a perfectly working Proscan tv in a matter of 2 years......comment comment comment comment. bitchy. -
Carl,
good for keeping things in perspective.. that's a great way to help make someone's life better.PolkFest 2012, who's going>?
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very well said, i appreciated reading that.
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Hi:
It has been forever since I have been on the forum. Wish all of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, and don't forget the reason for the season.
You might consider sending a care package to one of our troops in Iraq, i'm sure they could use it and would appreciate it.
Gary
