September 12, 2007

Wednesday, September 12, 2007

I went to bed last night with my sinuses bothering me. It hurt to touch them. I awoke feeling yuk. It took Danny out to do his business, came back in and went back to bed. I got back up around 9:00 and walked Danny. I got ready and went to the BNI meeting as I had agreed to be a substitute for one of the members. It was held at a lovely restaurant overlooking the Maurice River. I got a turkey wrap and brought half of it home. I walked Danny when I got home and lazed around the rest of the day. I called Don to cancel the horse show on Sunday because I wasn't feeling up to going. My sister-in-law had called and maybe having open house for my brother, Rick's birthday.

I have so much work to do here it's getting me depressed. I did unpack my sweaters and put them back in the closet. I put some boxes in the car and took them to the garage. I didn't do much else except run the dishwasher and water the plants. I should have done the hedge while it was cool. It's going up to 80 tomorrow. Maybe I can do it in the morning if I'm feeling better. I don't know if it's allergies or whether I'm coming down with something.

My friend Dottie, called tonight. It was good to hear from her. She had been away most of the summer. I hope I can get together with her soon.

News from the Vorlon Wife.

Posted by tedkarol at September 12, 2007 10:26 PM
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Lots of people have remarked about the sinus problem right now. I would bet it is allergies.

Take care.

Posted by: at September 13, 2007 7:50 AM

Hi Karol,

I'm very sorry to hear you're not feeling too good Karol. It seems like a lot of people are suffering from sinus problems or allergies. The change of seasons usually brings on all these yucky feelings. We were at a yard picnic yesterday and several people were talking about stuff having to do with coughing, sneezing, headaches and just plain feeling a bit miserable. I sure hope your body adjusts to the changes soon so you begin to feel better. Feeling poorly can surely take away our motivational feelings for getting things done - can't it?

If you can, try to remember that you will begin to get out from under all your home projects. Think about how far you've come my dear. It is nearly miraculous thinking about all you've had to handle and accomplish the last several months. It is commendable. Just concentrate on the finished list for awhile. We will always have to-do lists that seem endless, but we often forget how long the list was to begin with. And, along with all your accomplished chores is the fact that you have been grieving the entire time too - but still moving forward. Truly, Karol - you're doing so very well and it will get done all in good time. Your lonliness and not feeling good will make things seem worse it seems. That's what happens to me. One day I can feel pretty good about getting chores done - and then I wake up not feeling on top of the world, and whammo, I feel blah and it seems like my accomplishments are so few and my to-do list just seems to grow. You are working wonders Karol and that is not flattery. I simply go back and look at your accomplishments and see the facts. You're on your game and everyone knows you're working miracles.

I am saying faithful prayers for you and I know for a fact that prayer works wonders. And, surely God understands how your feelings get in your way of recognizing what you get done each day - each week. He will continue to carry you through these murky waters and one of these days, you will see the clear blue waters that He promises us. Stay strong Karol.

Thinking of you today and wishing you the very best life has to offer. Your far away friend, Ruth

Posted by: Ruth at September 13, 2007 3:18 PM

Dear Karol, Found this poem today and thought I would pass it along. "May you see God's light on the path ahead, when the road you walk is dark. May you hear, even in your hour of need the gentle singing of the lark. When times are hard may hardness never turn your heart to stone. May you always remember when shadows fall You do not walk alone." Of course this is a Irish saying. You seemed down when we saw you last week and now that you aren't working it will be harder to keep going each day. WE also have come down with some kind of bug. Owen is especially bad and called the doctor today. At first we thought it was just allergies. We had a great time and thank you for your hospitality. Just keep plugging along and don't worry about what you haven't gotten down. Each day is new and a fresh start. Make a list and feel the thrill of crossing an item off each day. Know that there are a lot of us out here praying for you each day. Let us know if you need help or company. Affectioantely, Cheryl

Posted by: at September 13, 2007 6:48 PM