When we were on the train home on Wednesday, I had a message from the school to say that Aisling doesn't go back until September 7th. She's delighted.
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When we were on the train home on Wednesday, I had a message from the school to say that Aisling doesn't go back until September 7th. She's delighted.
Lol, I bet! Bet you’re glad to have your baby for a few more days?
That's fabulous news! Are you two going to do extra things together? A picnic or a movie marathon with popcorn and pizza or something?
We've recently got Disney+ and there are lots of movies we can watch together.
I have been very sore since Dublin so I'm taking things easy for now. I have a doctor's appointment on Tuesday.
Lunch tomorrow is falling apart. So far I have 2 brother's and one sister who have cancelled.
Oh no, sorry to hear that they have cancelled. Are you going to go anyway or rearrange the dinner plans?
Are you resting?
(panda)
How are you doing today lovely?
Went to the lunch and it was lovely. Everyone was relaxed and conversation flowed. We had 6 for lunch and 2 more came for coffee. We stayed chatting until almost 4. We really need to do it more often.
Oh that's so fabulous! I'm so glad that you got out and spent time together! Are you going to try to do it more often?
Im so glad you got to see everybody :)
We all say that we need to do it more often and no one does anything about it. I'm thinking of organizing something for Christmas, but I'm taking a break for a week or two.
I can understand that. We do all say it and it not happen - I'm just as guilty of that as anyone...
I have a busy week this week, a doctor's appointment tomorrow, a beautician appointment on Thursday along with physio, and Bridget on Friday.
That does sound busy! Can you schedule in some time for self care and pacing?
Aisling is going to Galway tomorrow with the girls. I'm thinking of reading my book when she's gone. I actually have two on the go ATM.
That sounds like a great plan! What books are you reading atm?
I'm reading The Marble Collector by Ceilia Ahern and I can't remember the name of the other one off hand.
OO is it good?
How's your mood lovely?
It's actually very light reading, not at all taxing on the brain.
I love books like that. How are you feeling love?
The other book I'm reading is The Wedding Party by Cathy Kelly.
I'm okay thanks. Dreading when Aisling goes back to school because I'll miss her.
Do you think you’ll be doing the Christmas doors this year?
I can understand you missing her... Are there other things you could do to help fill the time? Adult learning courses? What about doing the crafts with the younger years?
I think I'll be helping with the Christmas doors. I definitely would love to go back to crafts with the small ones, but I have to accept that my back won't hold up to doing them.
Morning, love, how are you feeling?
Could you do it sitting down with a small group?
I had my last session with Bridget this morning. She has got a promotion and is leaving Tuam. But she discharged me from one to one. I'm still under the care of the doctors in Toghermore, but I'll probably be discharged from them soon too.
Now, I won't have to start from square one, if and when, I need to go back under their care again.
I'm actually fine with it. I feel like I have the tools myself to prevent me from getting down so low that I'll need help again. Still, none of us has a crystal ball, and we don't know what's in the future for any of us. I'll do my best and take things day to day, hour by hour, minute by minute if necessary.
Im so proud of you!
OMG That's soooo awesome! I'm so proud of all your hard work! You are fantastic!
That is wonderful to hear Magie. You have done amazing
I've done what everyone else here tries to do every day. I've had support from here that was amazing and there are people here who I count on as friends, friends for life.
Definitely. I'd be honoured to have you think of me as a friend! I have so much love and admiration for you. Honestly. You are amazing!
Absolutely! I for one am honoured to count you as my friend
(blush);(
Who's crying? Not me, it's hay fever.
Definitely hay fever! :) But you are AMAZING!
Not really believing it yet, but I'm working on that. It was something that Bridget said on Friday, look at where you've come from, appreciate the small results, and look forward with hope. Take for instance the day that I reversed down the narrow road, got stuck, accepted the help and drove home, this time last year, I would have panicked and needed a tow truck to get me out of there. That was just one of my victories this summer.
One of many!
Lovely, it wasn't that long ago that I was sending you daily messages because your crisis was so bad. You've put in so much work and I couldn't be prouder of you.
And I am forever grateful for them Suzi. Some people earn their angel wings while they are here and you certainly are one of them. Life is hard, but everyone here goes out of their way to make it a little easier.
That's made me cry. I am so honoured to have you in my life. I promise you if you ever need them again I'll do exactly the same again. You, my love, are a very, very special person and one of the kindest and most gentle people I've ever met. It's been a total privilege to accompany you on your journey....