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kitchenwitch, how are you doing today/tonight? I hope you are able to “get pampered” soon. I love that idea, thank you for sharing it with us. Keep us posted!
OH pamzimmrrt, what a wonderful day! It IS NOT a waste at all, making memories is always fun! AND, it’s one of the BEST “self-care” things we can ever do.
Well ITRR, Thank you for the “Happy belated Birthday” good wishes! I really appreciate that. You are so right, I felt totally and thoroughly pampered. It felt soooo GOOD!
WOW Sherry3, 2 caregivers for 3 consecutive days AND having 12 hrs away from caregiving?!?!! What a TREAT!!! You’re so right, this is PURE JOY.
Hi, Cashew – Reading that you got your woodstove installed made me smile. Brought back memories of my childhood and our woodstoves and wood heaters. I've put off many things too, so I understand. Good for you!
Suggestions welcome. :)
Sounds like you were thoroughly pampered, as it should be:-)
Yesterday was my birthday, Happy Birthday to ME, Yesterday!
It was a wonderful day!
My daughter, treated me to a beauty shop appointment, got a fresh new hairdo. She got her daddy to pay for the both of us as a birthday treat for me. He did, no questions asked.
Back at home, the Mister cooked supper for me. He surprised me with my favorite Mexican foods, tacos and nachos. Desert? Yaaa, Sock-It-To-Me cake!
Oooo everything was soo yummily delicious. What a wonderful way to end the
day . . .
Full, Fed, & Satisfied!
Thank you, GOD for all your Blessings!
I finally did it just for me!!!
Spending the day with a friend, sitting by the water, and eating Maryland steamed crabs sounds heavenly with a touch of deliciousness.
Good for you!
I brushed my teeth, washed my face, combed my hair, didn't feel like doing it but I did.
I clipped and filed my raggedy fingernails, can't remember the last time I did that. A manicure is not an option right now. Coming soon, I hope.
I applied lotion/moisturizer to my outer extremities, all of which have become dry and flaky from neglect. This will be a priority from now on.
I dressed in my "go-somewhere" clothes and left home to run an errand, something I rarely do. Stopped by the store, purchased a couple of snacks for myself. ALL FINISHED!
Well done, Fuzzy! Keep it up, you'll be happy you did it.
Walking by the lake and just enjoying nature sounds heavenly. I enjoy "nature walks" too. I used to steal time from caregiving for my mama and do "nature walks" with my grandson whenever I could.
Prayers for you and your mother.
I have also volunteered at an assisted living facility to visit elderly residents who are lonely. I haven't done it yet due to my mother's condition, but I know it will be one of the best things I can do for myself and for those that I visit.
Doing chores for the house that make it homey and gives me a sense of accomplishment is a real break from just doing chores to care for Mom.
Looking forward to reading about what everyone else is doing for themselves!
Having the all clear on your eyes is such a HUGE relief.
Well done on self care.
I had an appointment with my eye doctor to have my eyes dilated. She had explained on my last visit why she wanted to do this exam . . . long story for another time . . . maybe.
There were several tests before the dilation though. First, I had to look through this machine contraption at a black screen to find out if I could see a green dot within a red circle of balls from different positions on the screen. I DID, and we moved to another room.
The doctor came in and proceeded to do MORE tests, like reading letters from a row of letters from a mirror on the wall in front of me. More, more, more tests and so forth. Ok, ENOUGH of that.
Finally, she put some eyedrops in my eyes. OH! GOOD!! LAWD!!!!! THAT does not feel good!!! It stings and burns, has my eyes watering like crazy.
AND THEN, she proceeded to do more tests. More, more, more. When she finished, she asked if I had any questions. Yes, I had a few. She answered them. I’m done! Me and my eyes are fine now . . . with my new glasses.
I have to go back in a year for a check-up.