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Post by Punkrabbitt on Dec 24, 2017 17:13:20 GMT -9
Hi there. I'm exhausted. This isn't a rant or complaint, but I just need to express my state of being right now. It's nice that you guys are so that I can vent to you My kid is recovering from surgery, and is doing mostly well. His pain meds are making him a little crazy, though, so there is lots of crying and yelling and state of confusion. It's a family trait, Krugers don't do well with opioids. I understand, but I am hopping all the time to make sure he is ok and taken care of. My wife has the flu. She has had it since Wednesday. She is psychologically unable to slow down and rest, so she isn't getting better as quickly as she should. Between bursts of doing stuff, she needs care and attention. And she is a little grumpy because she doesn't feel good. The cats are used to having everyone's attention and love. They're not allowed in with Danny right now, and my wife is annoyed with them. Which means they feel rejected on two fronts and seem to expect me to fill in the affection gap. There is no way to make them understand. They are great cats, but I need to be able to walk without both of them underfoot. Thanks for reading!
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Post by Papercraft Warrior on Dec 24, 2017 23:27:42 GMT -9
Hang in there.
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Post by migibb on Dec 25, 2017 2:56:01 GMT -9
Thinking of you mate!! All the best - hope everything calms down soon and you can make time to give yourself some TLC!!!
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Post by cowboyleland on Dec 25, 2017 16:27:54 GMT -9
I know it is wrong, but in your shoes, I would be tempted to slip some opioids to the wife. Hang in there and don't forget to smile.
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Post by okumarts on Dec 25, 2017 17:27:28 GMT -9
These crazy, busy times are memorable to say the least. Try to sneak a few hours of "me time" to regenerate your powers. Hang it there!
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Post by Punkrabbitt on Dec 25, 2017 18:09:36 GMT -9
Thanks guys. I did the bare minimum yesterday, sort of a mantal health day. Just took care of my wife and son, blew off any housewrok etc. I finished painting up my Russian miniatures, sneak over to the gallery in 15 minutes and they should be posted Today has been relaxing, my wife is feeling better and we removed my son's drain tubes this morning. Go team!
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Post by lightning on Dec 29, 2017 11:35:19 GMT -9
Same here ... but for other reasons (old parents needing support), so I feel with you. I agree with okumarts advice, make sure you don't forget your own well being. It's hard when others you love are in pain to find the right balance of giving and recharging. But esp when they need you, you have to make sure you have something to give. Also if you need help, don't hold back and ask. Help can come through the strangest ways ... I find comfort in the words of the Dalai Lama: This too will pass ...
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