Stress
Through this ordeal thus far, I’ve received some very good advice…to care for myself, to keep good thoughts so my body can stay strong, to take time for myself, to be kind to myself, etc. And I’ve been trying. The hotel has a gym; I belong to an online yoga studio; there are paths to be found around here that aren’t too icy, so I can take a walk when it isn’t too cold. So I’ve been exercising every day. The hotel has a large kitchen that families can use, and my room has a fridge and a microwave, so I’m not stuck eating in the hospital cafeteria. I’m eating healthily, getting plenty of fruits and vegetables and whole grains. I’m sleeping as much as I can. I’m keeping in touch with family and friends, my support network, via phone, email, and blog. And still, on Sunday I was torn between a tummy ache all day long and blurred vision (migraine), which had my flat on my back in a darkened room, unable to be there for my mom and keep her company. Thankfully, today was a much better day in both regards.
8 Comments
CuriosityKiller
Aww, thankfully you’re feeling better today.
ML
Stress will do that to you. It does help to take care of yourself (which you’re definitely doing) because if you weren’t, it would be much harder on you.
Hang in there!
Starshine
So glad you’re feeling better! Migraines are awful.
Starshine
Please give my love to your mom, as well!
Autumn's Mom
I think you are doing the very best you can in this situation. Your gonna get through this. All my love to you and your mama. xoxo
Cherry
Ack! Not a migraine to boot!
I’m glad to hear you are feeling better now. You do what you can.
Lalunas
Stress does ugly stuff to you. Drink some chamomile tea, that sooths your mind. Sending you lots of strength thru the air waves.
amuirin
Geeze you’ve had a rough February. Sending positive thoughts your direction.