But not quite - I am still left with a slight feeling of disorientation. Maybe in a couple more days that feeling will have gone too - I certainly hope so. It is usual I understand to feel like this.
My son has been round and watered my tubs for me (he turned the outside tap off too tight and I couldn't turn it on this morning.)
I must say it is looking, and feeling, very Autumnal here. The poor gardens have suffered so much that I doubt they will recover this year however much rain we might get now - it is too late.
I have not heard a News Bulletin since last Sunday . I have read today's Times avidly and it seems the same old stuff. Ukraine seems to be fading from the news - isn't it always the same? For a few weeks after a conflict breaks out somewhere it is headline news and then it seems to fade as though it has gone away. Which I am sure it hasn't.
As I hopefully get back into the swim I shall have more to say . As to whether I can continue to live alone time will tell. I have my carer, my son only lives a mile away and Lifeline are on the end of a button - is that enough? We shall see. Fingers crossed. See you tomorrow.
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Good to hear your news. I had a cleaner who turned taps off so tightly I couldn't use them. I had to stop her doing it. Join the club, I haven't watched the news in years let alone weeks, days and months, it means freedom to seek out when you want, not have it everyday invading. I have a close family member who is epileptic and has been seriously so for 50 years. Deep sleep follows for a few days and then he is back to who he is.
"Fingers Crossed?" I have my legs and eyes crossed as well...What a picture that makes! I'm being a bit silly to bring a smile to your mouth. But, of course, you've managed so beautifully to remain living at home and adjusted to many things. I feel positive that you will resolve your newest hurdle. All the very best from the base of the mini-mountain in Maine.
It is good to hear you're feeling nearly back to normal, Pat.
Wishing you a lovely and relaxing day with good food, a good book, friends, and phone visits to keep you company. No hurry, no worry!
Hugs!
Well done for doing all you do now, and what ever you decide, it will be right for you.. Relax now and hope you'll soon be right back to how you were. Although sometimes you just have to do what you can,
It seems like there are decisions to be made at each step of aging. You continue to forge ahead with such common sense! Sending best wishes for continued healing, and hopefully for you will be able to continue living on your own.
Hope you can stay…prayers
I hope all goes well for you. Take care there, and stay safe and healthy.
I noticed the other day that there was a definite Autumnal feeling in the air, and we are still in August!
I hope that you begin to feel really well again soon.
It is so good to hear that you are making progress. I envy men having such strength in their hands but do wish they'd realise that their Mum's do not!
We had a little more rain today but over the past week I am sure I have been watching a neighbour's cherry tree die from lack of water. No lovely colourful leaves to look forward to this autumn.
My feet are very happy that the last few days have been a little cooler. I have worn shoes all day today without thinking of putting on my slippers.
With your persistence , I'm sure you'll be able to stay home. Good luck. Home is the best place to be.
Good to hear that you are on the mend Pat. My widowed Mum is in her mid nineties and still in her home, with the same sort of support system you have. She likes to keep up with the papers and televised news, and frequently informs me of upsetting items!
The Ukraine still features strongly here.
Hope you get better quickly. Pam, Aust.
I think you will have to pace yourself and slowly get back to doing all that you want to do. You will have to be patient as you recover and all will be just fine.
I am glad to hear you are almost back to normal, Weave. News? You haven't missed much. Anyone who can help is on holiday, so the big news will hit us next month.
Your spirit and determination are an example to us all, Pat. I just wish my Dad had a bit of that, he would not be in the condition he is in now.
May I ask how you got help when you had your epileptic fit? Did you realise what wa going on, and press the helpline button?
Ah, the too tight tap - I can always tell what lids my sons have screwed on, and if they have used the outdoor faucet, by how tightly they are screwed down. Of course I probably worry them by leaving everything "half open". Come to think of it the rain barrel actually almost emptied itself because the drainage tap was not closed tightly enough. That would no doubt be my fault.
Glad you are beginning to feel more yourself and that the heat is dissipating a bit.
Ceci
Glad you are feeling better. Sounds like you have a great system set up so you can stay in your home as long as you want.
Librarian - I do have a button - we have a system here called Lifeline which it is marvellous. But of course I was unconscious with the fit so didn't press it. My carer found me and she pressed it, they calleed the ambulance and I regained consciousness in the ambulance.
Thank you Rachel - it is comforting to hear of someone else in the same boat. I don't think I slept for long. I recall regaining consciousness in the ambulance but it is all a bit of a dream. I did have a very bad fit arund eighteen years ago but nothing since.
Thanks folks. I do appreciate your support.
My good friend had her first grand mal seizure in her late twenties. She had a few more while they did tests but after seizure medication was prescribed, she has remained seizure-free for thirty years. I'm glad you're beginning to feel like your old self again. It sounds like you have good safety measures in place in your home for now. You are a wise woman and you'll know when and if the time comes that you need additional support.
Thank you everyone.
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