A new thread for the new year

[Arty]

Hi all,
I’m struggling to be kind to myself at the moment. I think Christmas is a tough time of year, reflecting over the past and looking ahead to the future. I know I need to be strong but I feel inadequate in so many ways
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[Paula]

You really are not inadequate, hunni. But it can be a tough time. Do you have your distractions and coping mechanisms in place?

[Arty]

I’m crocheting and have had some supper. I am probably tired tbh as we went to friends this afternoon & were at a party yesterday evening. I’ve had a little cry and admitted to my youngest that I felt sad etc. A nice early night tonight will help I think.x

[Suzi]

You've been super social and that's always exhausting. Be kind to yourself.... Oh and you are far from inadequate!

[Arty]

Hi everyone,
Happy Christmas! How are you all doing?
I’m feeling more calm this afternoon, thankfully. My Mum and step dad have been here & we had a good lunch followed by a homemade Christmas pudding! Now for some crochet.
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[Suzi]

So glad you're feeling a bit brighter lovely x

[Paula]

Really good to hear

[Arty]

Hello,
I’ve had a good day. I did one of my little jobs this morning (I do a couple of hours cleaning etc for an elderly gentleman, once a fortnight) I find it really rewarding Afterwards I came home and did a few jobs at home. I am pleased that the upstairs of my house is almost ready for the estate agent to take photos. I am planning on signing up with one next week. I have been catching up on some TV and making a second crochet elf ��x

[Suzi]

How's your mood doing?

[Arty]

I was very teary when the girls went ( hormonal too) When I start thinking about the future, I keep telling myself house then job (& repeat) I do get lonely at times when I am here on my own (obviously) but as long as I have some interaction i’m generally ok. One step at a time.....