Simone, thank you. It is so hard when your much loved partner is in a nursing home. I don't have gas though, only electricity. Thank you for your kind wishes.
Thank you so much for your reply, Lynette. I have been rejected by the supermarkets and there's no Kmart in my town. I'm not confident to babysit but I will try the supermarkets again.
Granny J A, thank you. I have found that cafes etc don't want older people with no experience. I live in a country town, but I will now be on the lookout for such ads.
Thank you, Migjohn. Yes, I do have a car. I will give your ideas a lot of thought I do have a dog, but find walking her is enough for me. Letter box delivery sounds great.