I failed to reach my goal of 5 hours of work. I managed 4 hours and felt like I contributed. But disappointment threatens to overcome the accomplishment. I did better than last week and stayed the same length of time as yesterday. Somehow that is nearly not good enough despite my discomfort and exhaustion. Could I have pushed harder?
This afternoon I tried to tuck my ankle into the background and focus on the movies my Mum and I watched. I struggled and picked up my knitting. I can’t trust myself to knit or purl without looking, so it was slow going and I had to unknit a couple rows.
I took the photo of Toby (above) while he snuggled and purred. My cats have been very good nurses since the accident. Iggy Pup has also helped me find comfort during the last month mostly spent in bed. I snapped the below photo when he was trying to get comfortable. Apparently my blankets are better than his.
AEDM is helping me to spot creative opportunities. I have a couple ideas bubbling away that I hope I have the energy to start sooner rather than later. I’ll keep you posted.
Be well.
Lauren
I’m so glad you’re trying to be kind to yourself through this… it’s so hard to be forced to listen to what your body and not what your mind thinks you should be doing, but it’s great to read your blogs and see your pics and see you reflecting through the difficulties. *big big hugs*
Eric
Pets really do know how to keep us feeling comforted. God bless you in whatever it is you are going through.
– Eric
Julie (O-kami)
What an adorable photo of Iggy. So glad that everyone is be so supportive while you are healing. Fur kisses and support are the best