Well, Here we go AGAIN--- a new day--and here we are--a part of this day-- and, as it says above, "You are in charge of your own happiness-"----we do have rain---I am hoping it will clear up--- It s supposed to go up to about 21 C-----
I have not taken Lopez out yet---And, to-day I go to the Opthomologist, in Peterborough, and hopefully can stop at the lab and have a thyroid test--It will be wonderful to get back o Elliot Lake and to my own Doctor--and Lab!---I cannot move out of here until late July--The townhouse will be ready August 1st.
So, Hopefully to-day I can be busy enough to NOT pester people on the phone-I get so lonesome , it is nice to chat with friends---and, I do not know people here , so I tend to call people whom I do know, in Elliot-- I think I should start a "Widows Club""--= meet once in awhile to chat with them all, as living alone is not all that it is cracked up to be-- -(Dad used to say that!)--
'a blast from the past-'--Sushi and I ---taken in Elliot --- --- The cat who came in from the cold---
I hope to-day will be a great day --- Be Strong--Be kind-- Be Patient--- and, yes, lift up someone you happen to meet--It will make their day !
Good morning, sis!
ReplyDeleteLove the photo of you and Sushi! See? You are not alone. You have Sushi and Lopez to talk to and the Spirit of Fred with you, too.
I know it will still help you a lot to be back in Elliot with your familiar services!
I'm still waiting to hear from my daughter if we are doing anything special on Sunday for Mothers Day. Then, of course, Fathers Day is the second Sunday in June.
Still waiting, too, for the results of my EGD. Waiting is hard.
Lots to do, though, always. There's dishes, recyclables, laundry (forever), floor washing, vacuuming...I wonder how much I will accomplish today. I also need to shop and 'Becca will need to go somewhere, I am sure. And I always try to get a snooze in with Lucky.
Just heard from 'Becca. She wants to go out this afternoon. I want to go soon and 'get it over with!'
Let's hope that your day and mine will proceed the way we want.
{{{HUGS}}} Love, Maggie
It's Kathy. Love the photo of you and Sushi. I remember when you brought him in and how he hid for days and maybe weeks! But you were patient and took really good care of him. Now I'm sure he's giving you some comfort. I'm glad you have friends you can call and talk with - that helps. Today is cooler outside so I hope to get more of the gardens done. First I have to go to Pilates class - and for the first time ever I am not even looking forward to it! Take care and have a good day!
ReplyDeleteHappy Wednesday, my dear. 1/2 way through the week. And here you are! Surviving! LOVE the photo of you and Sushi. Sweet!
ReplyDeleteThat is actually a great idea for when you get back to Elliot Lake. Start a Widows group. I KNOW you are not alone in feeling lonely. And a great way to circumvent that -- start a group. You can all compare notes, lift each other up, console each other, just listen to each other.
In the meantime, hang in there. I am glad you have DIL and DS #2.
hugs
blessings
barb
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Happy Wednesday! It is sunny in Ohio but gets cloudy off and on. The sun is the best. It has been rainy for days. I hope you have a good eye appointment. It will be nice to get back to your doctors and happy place. I know you get lonesome there. It will be better soon! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteGood strategy to reach out via telephone to connect with others. Again, I think you are handling your grief with great strength. You’ve had so much change in the last six month with more on the horizon. Even good change like moving home can be challenging. Find little things to Bering you pleasure each day. Know that you have many supporters who are keeping you in their hearts. Even though your idea for a Widow’s Club may have been tongue in cheek, it’s a great idea! A group to go to the movies or play cards or exercise together - fun! Lynda, you have a way of connecting and bringing people together. Life is different now, but it’s not over. ❤️
ReplyDeleteGood glorious afternoon Lynda. I think your idea of getting a group together will be a great benefit to others who don't know how to handle all the trials and tribulations of losing a spouse. You can help each other get through the times, when you don't think you can go on. I had that ultrasound I told you about yesterday. I won't know anything for at least 2 to 5 days. I'm just hoping everything turns out ok. Went for a wonderful walk today because it is gorgeous here today, and I wanted to take advantage of it. I'm not wasting this spring/summer by being in the house. Had too much of that this winter. You take care of yourself the best you can.
ReplyDeleteHi Lynda: your heart sure is in EL. Have you thought about meeting people where you are now? Hope Matt is driving you into
ReplyDeletepeterborough and your tests are good. You've never answered the question about how Matt feels about you moving back so soon. How did bingo go? Have a a good night. Brenda
Lynda - I may be blasted with hate messages for saying this but it is time to end your pity party. I know from experience that it is very hard to keep going and I'm glad you are returning home but in the meantime get out, walk thru the town, wander thru the little stores and see something besides your apartment. As you smile at people, they will return the smile and be friendly. Make a plan of someplace to go everyday rather than just sitting at home feeling sorry for yourself. I just wish you had not gotten a two story place to move to as the stairs may get too much for you in the future. Enough said as I'm sure I probably said too much already but it is how I feel. I am older than you and get depressed if I don't move around and see what is going on. Good luck.
ReplyDeleteI hope your eye appointment went well, and you were able to stop and get the thyroid test handled. Did you drive yourself, or did Matt take you? If Matt took you, did you all stop somewhere for some delicious food? I hope so. I know you've made great strides in finding your way driving around there, so maybe you did drive. Thank goodness you've been accustomed to driving yourself, Himself and the pets many places. Some people are unused to driving themselves around. A friend from church never drives unless she has to; her husband always drives. She was quite frightened the other evening having to drive home from a church at 9pm; she lives only a mile away from the church!! I felt badly for her.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you're looking forward to returning to Elliott, and it's always good to have things to look forward to with joy and to plan for. I do hope you will get out of the house and interact with others right where you are for now. Life goes by so quickly, and it seems a shame to spend such precious currency without joy and meeting some new friends. Could you be helping at Bingo and enjoying the company of others or playing Bingo for the company? Checking out the lovely little shops and smiling at those you meet, chatting up another singleton while out for a coffee...that sort of thing adds joy to my day even if I don't make friends with that person, although sometimes I do.
Are you doing any 'pre-packing' or decluttering? Thank goodnes you pared down quite a bit before moving to Lakefield! It will make moving back and settling in so much easier, I would think. I declutter constantly and am always amazed that I can find more each go-round.
Well, I'd better get to my studies and my workout.
Happy Wednesday!
Hi Lynda. Hope your eye apt went well. Hope your day was good.
ReplyDeleteAre you doing any purging or packing? I'm always surprised what I can find to purge each time I go through cabinets, closets and drawers. Did you get floorplans for furniture placement and to see if king bed will fit with the rest thats in your room?
Your not bothering people by calling them. Grief shared is grief lessoned. A widows group is a great idea. Similar to grief support groups offered at many churches. Its also an opportunity to meet new people, lunches out, etc etc
Did you work bingo Monday night or was that a one time thing. Getting out of the house will help you feel better. Just getting out and going to library or little shops...doing something away from the house.
Cute picture of you with Sushi.
Hugs, love and prayers
Marge, St.Louis
I hope you are okay, Lynda, and just haven't had time to write! Marti
ReplyDeleteAlways worry when you don’t post. Hope your Dr appointments went well and that you had some sunshine today.
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