I am in bed at 9:46 pm, about 3 hours later than I would have preferred to be snuggled up under the covers. I am slap wore out as some say in Texas, and I don’t quite know what the “slap” part means except it lends to the rhythm of that phrase and feels satisfying. Some people say, “wore slap out.” That is the other version and in truth, I have no idea which one is correct. I will do a moment’s worth of investigation right now and get right back with you….
I have failed. I can’t find a suitable origin for this phrase. The only hits on my inquiry were other inquiries asking about the origin. I looked under Southern sayings and Texas sayings, but to no avail. If you happen to know (or can venture a good guess as to where this saying came from), please let me know. I am deeply interested.
Regardless of its origin, the phrase continues to describe accurately how I ‘m feeling. I am slap wore out or I am wore slap out can be interchanged if need be. I don’t care which one I pick.
On that note, I’ll close since my eyes can hardly stay open.
Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night.
20 Minutes a Day 
I look at the picture you included and the words sound exactly right and I DO believe you. When will you rest e.n.o.u.g.h.?
I’m working on it, my dear. I slept a long time today and am already in bed and it’s 6:03 pm!
Maybe one of these years you’ll learn to pace yourself.
*giggles*
Ah! The likelihood seems remote, but I can make a few resolutions…
Nah. Resolutions are just marks on paper. 🙂
I have lived in Texas since 1964…have not heard the expression. I have heard : FLAT wore out however.
Nancilynn, “Slap wore out” might be a North Texas expression. I grew up hearing it. Also, I remember hearing “flat wore out.” Yes, lots of variation on ways to be “wore out!” Thanks for weighing in.