I have been "up and at -er" since 5am--- I could not read the clock that reflects on the ceiling---and, once your feet are on the floor, you may as well keep going--- dog water gets changed--cat water gets changed--washing in, then into dryer--dishwasher gets emptied-- dogs fed--cat fed--- oh, the list goes on and on--but--I will be tired by noon--
I remember, growing up, and staying in bed as long as I could-- Dad used to get those READERS DIGEST LP records, and he would play them with the volume turned up as loud as it could go-- My sister and I knew he was trying to get us out of bed----I do not remember it getting us up--- I do remember putting a pillow over our head-
I don't believe there s any more snow in the forecast here--The picture below, was sent by son#2, the Pilot--The camera looking out the front window, took the picture, on one of the snowy days last week- The person in the picture is me, clearing the snow from the bricks in front of the garage-- I have this obsession, about keeping the bricks free of snow--crazy I know--
This comment has been removed by the author.
ReplyDeleteYes, with such an early day, and so much to do, definitely you’d have every right to be tired by noon!
ReplyDeleteFigured there was turmoil going on, but glad you posted yesterday just to know you were all right!
Glad Himself has his day program today. Gives you a break, even though YOU still have much to do!
Hugs
Barb
1crazydog
Yes--a terrible turmoil Barb-- just cud not be too positive with him like that--but--there is always better days---Thank yu for writing-Lynda
DeleteLynda, you started out with a great quote meme for my file.
ReplyDeleteThe weather here is almost the same as yours: -6C is 21.2F. We are 23F.
No more snow, either. It's supposed to get up to 30F today.
The day program today! Marvelous.
I know about fatigue just from regular daily chores. Then needing to add in extra stuff like snow(love the photo), dealing with difficult people, things that aren't working right, etc. Wow! Life can seen crazy difficult sometimes.
That's when I look at Lucky's sweet face, think of all the nutritious and tasty food I have, think of my friends and family that I love (including you), see the sunshine and blue sky...that's when I feel better. We just need to find better thoughts. Sometimes that's hard, though, when you feel in the midst of chaos.
Today, I'm trying my new vacuum cleaner. I gave away the one I bought a few months ago...the damned thing would swivel and NOT let me push it straight forward.
I might do a repeat on supper. I had such a craving for a burrito, and didn't have the ingredients. Do you have Taco Bell? I got a Burrito Supreme with guacamole. It was fantastic...just the taste I was craving. Wonder how long it will be before that craving is satisfied.
Does this happen in your family? One of you is almost obsessed with something good to eat. You buy it, lots and lots. Suddenly, you've lost that craving, and the last batch of the item you bought spoils.
With that thought, my coffee is cold. Gotta go fix it. {{{HUGS}}}
Ys life sure can be weird --- weirder-=--on some days--but--I got thru it-- and of course to=day was just fine--that Day program is a blessing for sure!--You and Lucky are great!--- I told Sushi about your Lucky--and yes, that craving of yours for Mexican food sounds good--It was so mild and nice to-day--so much better than that cold stuff-- You are ban amazing friend-thank yu-Lynda
DeleteI am happy that it isn't as cold as it has been and that no snow is falling. Much safer when you have to drive Himself to the Day program in town. Enjoy your alone time. Even though I don't always comment I read your blog daily and think of you and wish you the best. Hugs
ReplyDeleteMadeline--thank you for being "you"--yes, no snow falling to-day--so nice--and milder-- -Lynda
DeleteWe had freezing rain overnight....everything is coated with a light coating of ice. Most of the schools cancelled classes for today. I am supposed to have a hair appointment later this morning, but I am not sure if I am going - might cancel and re-schedule. So funny, my hair dresser just texted and asked me if I would like to come in later this afternoon! WooHoo! Funny how some things just fall into place! If you get up so early in the mornings, do you go to bed early? I would like to do that, but I often stay up too late either reading or on my computer....which I wish I wouldn't do! I would rather get up earlier! Seems like I get more done if I do! So glad that Fred gets to go into daycare today. I'm sure it helps him - plus you get some time for yourself too! Hugs to you!
ReplyDeleteWE had a rainy mix falling today--but it was so much milder outside----nice that you cold get to your hair lady later--nice of her eh?--Yes--usually in bed by 10pm but I end up reading--Its so dark in the mornings, early, but I can do a lot when Fred is still in bed--dark tho--Stay in bed if yu can LOLOL-- Hugs, Lynda
DeleteHappy to hear your temps are better with no snow in the forecast. YAY
ReplyDeleteCute pic of you shoveling your bricks.
Yay that Fred will go to Lodge today. A break for both of you. We did miss you Saturday but life happens. Prayers sent that you were both ok.
I, too, get up early and can accomplish a lot early. I'm not good with staying up late.
We got ice in St.Louis. seems everything is closed. Gym will open later but I won't be venturing out at least until Temps raise and this mess melts. It's so dangerous. I'm grateful we've had no issues with power outages during the extreme and prolonged artic temperatures.
I forgot to comment on your mother/child exchange yesterday. Loved that.
Be safe, well and warm.
Hugs and blessings
nice--Thank yu for your prayers-- I needed them-- Good thing you did not have power outages in that ice storm--=- Funny how one day can be so terrible---and to-day just fine--I do know that "stuff" passes---I do appreciate hearing from you very much--Lynda
DeleteI, too, got up early (4:45) and my head filled with storms of things to do. Started around 3:30am, tried to go back to sleep but no use. Pouring rain here with 55 degrees, so very warm compared to everywhere else. Hope your day is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteDeb--its so dark outside then isn't it??-- If I wake up again at the hour, I will think of yu-- Hugs, Lynda
DeleteIt's Kathy. I totally understand you not feeling like blogging, some days I feel so overwhelmed too! My grandson is on the Autism scale, he doesn't handle his emotions very well. Yesterday my daughter wanted him to get dressed for church and he just had a major melt down. Another thing going on - his Father has been calling him several times a day and Jake doesn't want to talk to his dad! They haven't been living together for over a year now. It's just all a mess! I sure loved the meme about control - very well received today! Have a great day.
ReplyDeleteWhen Himself has not been out of the house all day, everything bothers him--And-=-I have to admit, I bother him-- because he doesn't accept me as a care giver--never wants me to tell him what to do--frustrating for me!--Things were good today because he was at the day program---Your poor Grandson-- feel sad that he doesnt wish to see his Dad-- There must be problems there eh??--Hard eh?--Lynda
DeleteMe again. Just was pondering about your upsetting day when you didn't blog.....I was wondering if you can identify what seems to trigger his episodes? Not wanting this information from you - just thinking you should start writing down what happens before he becomes so angry....and after a few events, maybe you will see a pattern that might help you change/alter/avoid in the future. I am not a psychologist....just a former educator who is worried about you!
ReplyDeleteWhen himself does not go to the Day Program, he is very angry by evening--not always --but it happens a lot--Thank yu for worrying about me--It seems that he thrivers on getting out of here-- being with the people in bis class-Hard on me-- Lynda-
DeleteHe was so used to seeing and talking to people...it must be hard for him to be cut off from his life outside and confined to the house. The visiting seems to really help his moods. Depression is how he sounds and his sundowners makes it worse...Isolation does that to folks...especially when they get older..
ReplyDeleteI hope you can cope...take care of yourself. But be careful when he is angry, don't turn your back....really worry about you Lynda.
Oh Darlene--I got thru it--and it made me realize how important his day program is-Lynda
DeleteHi Lynda: I'm glad things are going better right now. We all missed you. It really helps when himself can go to daycare. You sure have busy days! It's getting a bit warmer which is nice. I think it will be all week but lots of rain! You need to be careful with shoveling snow all the time so you will still be able to look after himself! Have a relaxing evening. Hugs Brenda
ReplyDeleteHi Brenda-- To-day was a much better day--I did miss yu all also--Lynda
Delete💕
Delete