Yuck.

Some days just aren't very good.

I have chronic depression - that we've never found a medication that helps very much, so mostly I just keep on going.

Also have SAD, that is generally at it's worst middle 2 weeks of December.

I just returned (Saturday) from 5 days in South Florida - which was nice, but not as sunny and warm as I would have hoped.

Saturday was also my last Dr Pepper - I really need to get off soft drinks as I'm starting to show pre-diabetic signs.

Today I just really feel like s-h-i-t! I'd go back to sleep if I could, and just wait for it to pass, but that hasn't worked. I suppose I could take a caffeine tablet and get some of the "pop" that I'm missing from the Dr. Pepper, but I'm not sure I want to do that.

Just venting -- I pretty much know all the tricks and generally use them to full advantage, just not feeling it today.

Thanks for reading!

Your body isn't just missing the caffeine, it's missing the sugar too. Try eating some fruit or drinking some fruit juice. Glad I'm not the only one trudging along without medication.

I am truly sorry to hear about the skin cancer. Is it gone now? I hope so... Try putting aloe on it if it is okay. It will help with the scarring.

I am prediabetic too. Spelled that one wrong too. I have low good cholesterol due to smoking. I have to check my sugars but am not classified as a full diabetic. I take metformin.

I Know how it is when the money doesn't stretch. I go from month to month too. Prices keep going up. At least gas is down here which helps.

I hope kitty is okay. I don't like it when they don't want to eat. 16 years is a good while to become attached. I had a dog that lived to 14. She went through a lot with me.

I am a pack rat. I have some of everything and not enough room. I am cluttered in spots in the house. I have lists too. And yes, all over the place. I have to remind myself of everything and have lists for different stores I need to go to.

Sometimes it feels like it never ends. And truth is, I don't think it does. I am still doing things I planned to do a month ago. I am so slow at getting things accomplished. Don't feel too bad Lynnwood. I know how frustrating it is. And to have chronic illnesses to boot. One day at a time is what I do. That is all I can do. And try not to beat myself up over it.

I hope that things get better, and we truly do understand. I hope that tomorrow is a better day. Yup, both of us need our "big girl pants". Ha!!!

Hugs, Karen...

sending many healing thoughts to you and your buddy.

I am so sorry that everyone is having a rough time, I will not jump on the band wagon, it will only bring you all down more.

Instead, I will list a few things that might help. I know that they have helped me in that past and currently.


NO SODA "bai5 Antioxidant infusions" I can't post a link as it is promoting a product. All natural, will not trigger migraines, just sweet enough to take care that sweet tooth.

SCAR Sorry to hear this. I have 5 on my arm, I rub them with nothing or with any cream, they are flatting. Takes a long time. As it is on a mind blowing spot, if you can afford it, go with your plan.

CLUTTER yes, mine builds up and I have no idea where it comes from. I find a box and mark it good will, put in garage or somewhere. Clothes, If I have not worn it in the past year, in the box it goes. Books, this is a hard one, if not read in the past 3 years, and not
sentimental, IN THE BOX!

JUNK MAIL look at mail at your recycle bin or trash can. Toss all junk mail immeadiatley [sp]
away. open if you are not sure, toss if junk. Lessens those piles that accumelates on tables.

That is all I have to give today. I hope it helps lesson someones anxiety. And yes, I have 2 boxes in the trunk of my car for goodwill that have been there a week. But I will eventually drop them off.

Peace and gentle hugs
Trina