My week went well. I managed to make it to dinner with friends and we had such a fun time catching up. I have not seen them for several months so it was good to share a bottle (or two) of Prosecco and have in-person hugs. I also went to the chiropractor for the first time in the new year and it felt so good to stand a little straighter.
So far the only reaction to my treatment is tiredness. I have bursts of energy and I get a few things done. Then phew...it's time to stop, sit down and have a little nap. I plan my day (in some ways) to build in nap time. But let me say, if tiredness is my only reaction, I can handle that.
I spoke to a dear friend of mine on the phone for a long time the other day. I have not seen her in person for several years between my being away and her battling her own health issues. It was so good to hear her voice and catch up about life. We are planning a get together for the spring as the weather gets nicer and we can sit and enjoy some time together.
I have to praise my BFF...although not what she signed up for, in the past few months she has taken on the role of caregiver (in many ways). Now in addition to this, in the past week she took on the role of barber. I could not stand my hair any longer. It was too long (for me) and greasy no matter how much I washed it because I have to slather the scar area in cream every day. Yes, I purchased clippers to shave my head and was going to use her to guide me around my scar area. Instead she watched video and then turned barber. She was a bit hesitant at first, but got the hang of it. We set up in the garage with an old large tablecloth laid out on the floor and I sat in a folding chair. I'm sure she was more anxious than I was, but it all worked out. She shaved it down to the scalp and we'll see how it grows in. Hats now have a dual purpose...hide the scar area and keep my head warm. My BFF is the best of the best.
After my haircut, I went to shower. I looked in the mirror and saw my father staring back at me. I have always looked like my dad, but being bald I am his twin. I was a bit startled and then felt supported, comforted and loved at the same time. I even shed a tear or two. It's hard to put into words everything that ran through my mind, body and spirit all at once. Then I remembered, during my prayers the night before I asked for a sign that my angels were around me. I believe I was heard.
This past week I finished two books...one took me a lot longer than the other. "CAN'T HURT ME" by David Goggins - this book was a very difficult read for me. Yes the language was very rough, but it was the pain of all he endured and how he got through it that was hard for me to get through. "OUR BOOK OF AWESOME" by Neil Pasricha - celebrates the small things in life that bring joy. A fun easy book to read after the first one.
The daily and wacky holidays for the week...provides something lighthearted to think about:
January 8
Bubble Bath Day
Feast of the Epiphany – Three Kings – date varies
Male Watcher’s Day
January 9
Play God Day
January 10
Bittersweet Chocolate Day
Houseplant Appreciation Day
Peculiar People DayJanuary 11
Learn Your Name in Morse Code Day
National Take the Stairs Day – second Wednesday of month
Step in a Puddle and Splash Your Friend’s Day
January 12
Feast of Fabulous Wild Men Day
National Hot Tea Day
National Pharmacist Day
January 13
Blame Someone Else Day – first Friday the 13th of the year.
Friday the 13th
International Skeptics Day
Make Your Dream Come True Day
National Rubber Duckie Day
January 14
Dress Up Your Pet Day
I am leaving it here for today. It's almost sunrise so it's time to get ready for the day. I hope you have a wonderful week. Take care. Chat soon. Marie
"DO NOT GO WHERE THE PATH MY LEAD. GO INSTEAD WHERE THERE IS NO PATH AND LEAVE A TRAIL." - Ralph Waldo Emerson