[Rain shower]

Good morning everyone!
I actually slept some last night and feel more positive today. It can be a vicious cycle. Yesterday I did very little. My tank was near empty. I managed to walk the dog around the yard several times and did some minor garden work but nothing strenuous. I planted about 7 different herbs and two tomato plants in larger containers for my daughter who lives in an apartment. She attended both cosmetology and culinary school before she got her associates, then became very ill, so has many interest and can cook like a pro, as long as she has a good assistant, her hubby. They for the most part make a good team. She is in a wheelchair when out and about and is working on loosing weight and gaining strength and endurance. We almost lost her several times.

We have a home that is much too large for our basic needs. Family visits and stays for weekends and out of town guests so we have decided to stay here for couple more years. My daughter and her hubby lived here for couple years. My brother has a room here but usually stays with his close friend, as they work together. This is a lot of upkeep. We have to devide the work up and am way behind. 4000 sq ft. When kids were younger it was perfect. We built it. Lots of work and learning curves. I am painting some this week.

[OhKay]

Sleep can be so restorative!

I'm so glad that you are feeling more positive today, but I think we all have those days like you had yesterday, where we are suffering physically or emotionally and feel a little sorry for ourselves

I'm so sorry to hear how hard things have been for your daughter. I think that you had touched on that a bit in a previous post, but had not gone into so much detail. I admire her for being able to pursue her many interests despite her many medical problems, and I'm happy to hear that her husband is supportive. I'm so happy that she is still is still with you (((HUGS)))

The upkeep on a 4,000sqft house must be unbelievable! I think my 2BR apartment is 950sqft. But it sounds like you are making use of the space with your guests! I'm glad that you and your husband divide up the work, but if you are not feeling well, and are falling behind, will he pick up the slack for you? Or is that something that you don't want him to do?

I like peanut butter and fluff sandwiches in a pinch

[Rain shower]

I like peanut butter and fluff sandwiches also. I add rice crispys to it when I really need something yummy.

My daughter lives as independently as possible. Among other things, she is in stage 2-3 kidney failure. Right now she has another kidney infection, two nasty bugs, on her fourth or fifth antibiotic, as had anaphylactic like reaction, head to toe rash from antibiotic. Got thrush. Now has to carry epipen. She needs a break. But she carries on. What a dear hearted gal.

Hubby tries to pick up the slack when I get behind on my chores. He already does more than his share. When I feel physically able, I try to do things I know he does not like doing or is simply not on his radar.

My July 4th plans have suddenly changed. My eldest son and his three kids are making the trip to my fathers. This is apparently the only time my son can go and his wife wants me to go with, as she has to work. So, off we go. He and my dad are supper close. They talk every week. Both diehard Cubby fans. He will return home with kiddies on Sunday and I will stay the week to help my dad with his new home chores. This man is a machine. By golly Sherman Williams paint is 30% off, lets go! He helps me stay active. I hope I can keep up.

[Mari]

Have a good trip, Rain.




M

[OhKay]

What a trooper your daughter is! It's really hard to stay positive when so much s*** is being thrown your way. I hope things start to improve for her soon

It sounds like you and your husband are sensitive to one another needs, and you make a good team

I hope you have a wonderful Independence Day with your family

[Rain shower]

Having a difficult time here at my dads. He can be a bit demanding and opinionated and we were hitting heads a couple days but yesterday the poo hit the fan.

My daughter was hospitalized for pancreatitis so I was already on edge and less tolerant than usual, so let's just say my dad is choosing his words more thoughtfully today. Having my son, his three kids and myself here since Thursday has been a bit much for him. They all left Sunday. Now my hubby is here and we are staying the week painting here and cleaning out hubbys brothers house, which has been vacant since his untimely death a year and a half ago. Lots going on.

Trying to stay positive. As Donna says, just life.

[Mari]

Dear Rain,

I hope that your daughter is o.k.
That's a big job -- cleaning and painting a house. Good luck.

Take things easy when you can.


M

[OhKay]

I'm sorry that your poor daughter has pancreatitis now... is this her first time having it? I hope that she is getting good care, that they are managing her pain well, and that she recovers soon

I'm glad that your father seems to understand how the situation with your daughter is effecting you, and has calmed down now that it is less hectic in the house. I hope that this is the end of the friction between you, and you can enjoy your visit together to the best of your abilities with everything that's going on (((HUGS)))

It sounds like you and your husband will be busy. I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother in law

It seems like you are always trying to stay positive. That's wonderful given everything that's on your plate (((HUGS)))

[OhKay]

Hi Rain shower,

How are you, and how is your daughter doing?

[OhKay]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

I miss you, and hope that you are okay (((HUGS)))