I just vacuumed my living room (7pm) and I can't help but be grateful. Yes, I'm tired from the day, but I vacuumed at night! That is more than a big deal to me. You see, before my correct diagnosis, I rarely did this household chore because it usually resulted in me falling multiple times, even if I did it in the morning (my physically best time of day). I always say it's the little things in life that are the most important and I'd say that being able to do a chore with ease (at night) is unbelievable! Life is great!!!
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So, it's cold outside. I live in Minnesota, so when I say cold, I'm referring to sub zero weather with a wind that freezes your face! The Gov of this fine state has called off school for Monday, something that hasn't happened since the mid 90's!
With the snow flying and my body chilled to the bone (after getting groceries), I decided that today was the perfect day to make homemade Potato Corn Chowder and Spaghetti Sauce. These are two things that I have never attempted to make. Oh, and don't worry, I don't plan on serving them together. I couldn't help but smile as I chopped veggies and measured out spices for nearly two hours. Back in the day, it was all I could do to make Hamburger Helper! Plus, in weather like this, my muscles would become to spastic to do anything other than sit. I love that I enjoy cooking for my family. Now that my cooking is nearly done, I can get started on the laundry that is waiting for me outside the bedrooms. It is a blessing that I can do what I want, when I want. It's colder than heck outside, but I grateful that it's cozy warm in here. It's been quite a busy week for me trying to get ready for the holidays. As I told my mom today, I'm feeling overwhelmed for no apparent reason. I am done with my Christmas shopping and it is nearly all wrapped. However, I still have to fill my home with the necessities for my in-laws coming to visit and clean our home which feels impossible with a toddler under foot all day long.
In my mind, I know that there isn't a lot to do to get ready, because I can phsyically do more now than ever before. The thing is that my brain hasn't caught up to my capabilities. In my mind, I feel that I need more days than possible to make our home perfect for our family coming to the Twin Cities. Not long ago, I could only do one or two tasks a day before I had to call it quits and rest in my chair. As time passes,. I continue to get stronger and better at everyday chores. I just need to let my brain catch up to the understanding of what I'm able to do. When I begin to get overwhelmed I just think to myself, "it will all get done," and "if it doesn't get done, my family doesn't care. They are more interested in special time spent together than cupboards stocked with festive food." With that being said, I'm going to work hard at being happy with all that I can do this holiday season and be grateful that it will be spent with family. Merry Christmas everyone! The quality of my life has improved a great deal over the past couple of years. I am slowly learning how to be independent and love trying new things. Even though I love my new life, I know that it isn't perfect and I will always have physical challenges.
While I was doing laundry yesterday, I fell to the floor... hard. I could feel the pain surge from my knees to my back and was grateful that John wasn't underfoot. I quickly got to my feet and brushed off the pain. Hours later, our downstairs neighbor told Steve that there was a loud bang earlier in the day, which resulted in her light fixture falling to the floor. Of course, I was horrified and felt terrible. Falling has always been a part of my life and always will be. Sure, things may be better now that I am on new medication, but the truth is, I will never be like my friends. I'm just glad that I can look in the mirror and be truly happy about the person I turned out to be. This evening I took Sharon to the mall. She was in desperate need of a new pair of athletic shoes. We went from one end of the mall to the other in search of the perfect pair (if you know Sharon you'll understand). It had been a long week for me, but I was thrilled to be running around the mall, at night! Even though we looked in numerous stores, we left the mall empty handed.
Even though I was tired, I thoroughly enjoyed shopping with Sharon tonight. There is no way I could have done that before (especially in the afternoon or evening). Spending this special time with her was a gift. Plus, we did find her some shoes at Famous Footwear. It all worked out!!! |
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