For several months now I have been muddling through my
household chores, not really knowing what I was doing. Now my depression is beginning to lift, I am
getting back on track and starting to follow my old system again (of doing
certain chores on certain days). That
way I don’t suddenly find a week has slipped by and something important hasn’t
been done.
I have been Home Alone this weekend, with granddaughter at
her mother’s and son away at a games tournament. It has just been me and the cats and the rats
– very quiet and rather relaxing.
I have been back to see my doctor and he is very pleased
with my progress. Apart from going
through the final stages of my grief process (there is no time limit on this,
it just happens), he also feels that my depression may be related to the bad
concussion I received when I fell in late 2019.
I have never heard that idea before, but it makes sense.
The doctor was also happy to see my blood pressure (with the
help of meds) has now reduced from 180/110 to 130/70. No wonder I am beginning to feel alive again!
It is overcast this morning, rather dull with frequent
showers, but it is not cold. I slipped
outside for a while to deadhead some of my flowers, and discovered my asters
are beginning to flower.
Tonight, my dear brother and his wife have invited me around
for dinner. Something to look forward
to.
Take care and stay safe 😊
Margaret.
It's really good news that your blood pressure is down around those sensible levels. Make sure you keep it that way. Lots of fruit, veggies and daily exercise are key factors in addition to the medication.
ReplyDeleteWorking on the fruit and veggies - not so much the exercise yet LOL but it will come.
DeleteI am glad for you that you are starting to feel a bit better, and like you have turned the corner for some better days,
ReplyDeleteLove those asters.
The asters are lovely, they remind me of my mum's garden. I like those feathery leaves.
ReplyDeletePleased you are starting to feel better. Love the asters.
ReplyDeleteWonderful news that you're feeling better and also that your blood pressure is down. With Covid hanging over everything the BP machines in drugstores are not to be used so I bought a small home BP monitor so I can keep an eye on my numbers ( which are too high).
ReplyDeleteI hope you had a lovely meal and visit with your brother and SIL.
It was a lovely afternoon and evening, and a delicious dinner. I felt very spoilt :)
DeleteIt's a credit that through that you kept blogging, encouraged others, and held it together for family. Asters were my mothers favorite summer flower. She gardened up a great display one year, a display that was totally destroyed when some kid (we suspect a visitor) left the gate open between the garden and the house paddock which had sheep in it at the time! We all went seimming and came back to find sheep munching a colourful salad.
ReplyDeleteOh no, your poor mother. She must have been devastated.
DeleteYou sound quite chirpy. Enjoy all those little things in your life. Not just the cats and rats lol
ReplyDeleteAll the best
Nice to read you are feeling better, so much is linked with our health, I hope you enjoyed your evening.
ReplyDeleteOh Margaret - depression is indescribable - been there, done that and it's not a pretty way to have to function - I am pleased to hear you are coming to a place of healing. The old grief journey is hard, and has many unexpected twists and turns, and you have had more than your share to deal with with all the associated moves etc. as well as the fall. I have no doubt as your blood pressure drops and you are better physically too, life will seem so much more enjoyable. Well done on blogging so well throughout this journey.
ReplyDeleteStay safe
Blessings
Maxine
Blogging is one thing that I have enjoyed doing during this time. It made me feel connected to so many people even though I wasn't able to physically cope very well with close contact with others.
DeleteHello,
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you are feeling better. The flowers are lovely, a cheerful sight! Take care, enjoy your day. Have a great new week!
I am sorry you go through this. Been on that path and meds made it worse.
ReplyDeleteGrief never ends, but it keeps our loved ones with us. Know that sounds stupid and naive...
Sweet to hear you have a good relationship to your Brother, I have, also. xx
Good to hear that your feeling better. Your asters are beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI hope you continue to feel okay,, Margaret. Grief takes time. Good job on the blood pressure too. Take care.
ReplyDeleteI'm happy to hear you are on the up and up. What a silly expression that is but it works for me. I suspected I had a touch of depression after a bad concussion about 5 years ago, so I'm not surprised by that diagnosis. Good that your blood pressure meds are working, too.
ReplyDeleteGood news from the doctors. Glad you are beginning to feel better. Lovely asters and I hope the meal went well. Have a good week. B x
ReplyDeleteMe ha gustado tu blog Margaret y me quedo de seguidora. Me alegra que estés mejor. Un beso.
ReplyDeleteThank-you Teresa :)
DeleteGlad to hear you are feeling better. Love the rat picture, we had them as pets and they are delightful.
ReplyDeleteHugs Diane
I'm so pleased you have been feeling a lot better, and good news from the Doctors.
ReplyDeleteI think your asters look great, a nice photograph.
Take care.
All the best Jan
I'm so glad you are feeling better, Margaret. Depression can be debilitating. I've been in a bit of a funk lately too - my nephew has covid and is fighting for his life. Some nights I can't sleep and some days I cry at the drop of a hat. But we still have hope that he will pull through. We need a miracle - and miracles do happen.
ReplyDeleteOh, I do hope that miracle happens and your nephew will be fine. Such a worry for you. Sending big hugz, Mxx
DeleteSuch pretty flowers. I am so glad you are feeling better:)
ReplyDeleteI've been dealing with my clinical depression being worse for a few weeks... I just keep looking forward to Spring and warmer weather so I can get out more. I am not a winter person, really hate the cold. So glad to hear you are doing better, have been praying for you, dear Margaret! Blessings!
ReplyDeleteThank you Diana, prayers really work :)
DeleteFeeling depressed is not a nice place to be, and I pray that you will be feeling much better soon.
Hugz, Mxx