It was off to the Wolfe Eye Clinic today for a follow up visit. Mom has issues with "dry eyes" and six months ago the doctors did a procedure and it seemed to help. This was a follow up visit. Before seeing the doctor Alex did some tests. You know...reading the eye charts and assorted stuff. (I was amazed at his talent.)
She did pretty well for 93 and the doctor said, Everything looks good June. In fact we're pretty impressed that your vision is 20/30.
"What should it be?"
We see lots of patients with much worse vision than you.
"So why did I give up my drivers license?"
Well, lots of things go into driving besides eyesight.
"I know, they say you slow down at about 90."
Some people slow down way before that.
"I've heard that but don't believe it."
What do you think about glasses? Did you ever wear them?
"Oh yes! Back in the '50's some quack suggested that I should get bi-focals and all they did was make me dizzy. Couldn't stand them."
Would you consider changing your mind?
"Only if you promise me you are not a quack!"
And so it goes....
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