SELF-CARE

Need Help Wiping Your Ass?

I got you

Sherry McGuinn
4 min readMay 26, 2023

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Once in a while, while on the toity, I can’t help but wonder, “What would I do if I couldn't clean up after myself? Like, “down there?”

And then I think of possible reasons that might hinder me from taking care of business after doing my business. For example, a broken right hand (my dominant), or even, painful arthritis, which I’ve been experiencing off and on. That’s because I’m an older broad. A ridiculously good-looking older broad but even we are prone to inflammation. That nasty fucker.

Because I’m all about personal hygiene, as in looking and smelling good, I decided it would be a good idea to arm myself with the information I’d need if I ever find myself in a situation where I can’t wipe my ass.

Maybe that’s you right now. Holding your device with your “other” hand while reading this because your dominant paw is trussed up in a cast, or sling.

First, thank you for reading. All three of you because MEDIUM won’t let anyone else near me. Doesn’t matter. I’m happy to help my true friends.

So, with that, and also, the help of my inhuman friend, if, for any reason you’re in a pickle when it comes to wiping your ass, here are some suggestions:

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Sherry McGuinn

Long-time writer and big-time dreamer. Screenwriter. Cat mama. Red lip aficionado. sherrymcguinn@gmail.com