@utopia
Hey luv, hows your day going?
I don’t think mum actually remembers the past few weeks, which im actually relieved about. yesterday morning she wasn’t herself but I don’t think it was psychosis – she was just really pi$$ed off poor luv. she seemed better during the day. and ive already had 2 phone calls from her this morning letting me know what she wants me to bring to her today lol … its just not good when she rings me before my morning coffee hehehe! She seemed good and the nurse said she has been good this morning. Thanks for always asking about her, and letting me talk about her with you. I feel bad sometimes cause I seem to hijack our conversations! So I do appreciate you letting me talk about things *mwah*
And you’re right, she is probably doing better than I would in the situation too.
Im actually thinking, I could bring her flowers cause her psychosis isn’t there like it used to be, hmmmm …. But what if she did throw them to the nurse … nah, that not be good.
I think with my uncle, his frustration (perhaps with me even) comes out of fear seeing his sister go up and down, and not knowing what will happen either – they are very close, so I can imagine how hard it would be for him. He has seen mum at her best, and at her worst over the years.
Good to hear you son and his girlfriend were behaving! Otherwise you would have been in for a shock luv lol
Oh sweets, that’s a bugger about being so sensitive to smells and products. Do you come out in a rash luv? I hope you don’t mind me asking what your reaction is. My skin is a bit sensitive but not like yours, so I be careful what I use. This will make you laugh, and it is something mum has always instilled in me – “always be careful what you use on your face!” lol … and I guess its true, as if we have a reaction on our arm, leg, etc it can be hidden but not on the face! Haha … my mum is 73 but no way does she look her age. She has beautiful skin and doesn’t wear makeup. She hasn’t been out in the sun a lot either. Lucky woman! Id probably say she looks in her 60’s.
Good on your for your splurges! I think it is important to treat ourselves, hence why I went all out for my 40th lol! We’re worth it! and it is self care 😊
Haha re: the phone bill, and yes you have your priorities straight 😉 mum is always asking me “how’s things at home? are you okay? Have any bills come?” … im like “its fine mum, everything is taken care of – you taught me well lol” … I guess a mother always worries, hey?
I recall you telling me you would go to the mountain and meditate. Sounds like you are at peace when you are there. I hope you do go as it sounds like it is a really good place for you to have some time for yourself.
Oh poops, just got a blackout ☹ looked online and it says estimated restoration time is 4pm … it’s only 12.30pm now. Aaah crap. Sometimes it comes on sooner than they estimate though. I still need to have a shower though *sigh* ... im on my laptop which is why I can still type. I really don’t like blackouts, such an inconvenience – first world problems, hey???
Haha, that is so cute re: the wings coming out from your ears! If I tuck my hair behind my ears, my ears stick out lol … not a good look! But yes, tying it back is always a good option! I seriously need to colour my hair, I have jet black hair and have too many white hairs coming through. I just cant be bothered!
Yeah, mum would sit and curl my hair with her fingers. I have photos of when I was younger and I had two pony tails on each side of my head – with just two big fat ringlets! Haha
Animals are funny, aren’t they? Actually one time, my doggy was in my bedroom laying close to the electric heater … I smelt something burning! Poor doogy – he was all good though, felt nothing but a bit of his fur was signed. Honestly, I am a good pet owner … you’re probably questioning that though, hey??
Im so sorry to hear about you mum. Understandable that the fluid in her legs would be making it hard for her to walk. Do the docs know why she retains fluid? Could her increase in weight be due in part to her fluid retention? She also has fibromyalgia and arthritis? Its not fair seeing them in so much pain, is it? and when they have comorbidities it makes it harder for doctors to treat them, especially because of interactions with medications, and certain medications are not good for older people. I have never heard of regional pain syndrome. And understandable that you are worried about her. it is a worry when they are on so many different tablets. does she have someone help her in the home or does she manage on her own? do you know why the doctor took her off so many meds and replaced them with others? Was it from side effects? So many questions! Hehe … For pain mum takes Painkillers, and if its really bad, she will take painkillers. She cant take any inflammatories because of her kidneys. She mentions a lot of the time that she is weak, it has been on ongoing thing. When she is depressed, she feels her weakness more. However, cause of the decrease in kidney function, she is anaemic. Its so hard isn’t it? to know what is causing something – and also, cause it could be medication that is causing it. its frustrating, they are on medications as they need them (same as your mum) but the side effects can really take a toll on them.
What you up to today? I was washing some more bed sheets, now the washing machine has stopped though – it was right near the end of the cycle too! grrrr … will go and see mum later on today, will bring dinner with me. my uncle just texted me saying he saw her this morning and she was really good. Keeping my fingers crossed but not getting my expectations too high!
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