Went to bed with what I can only describe as a migraine – couldn’t read through the pain, because it was making the words shimmer on the page. Neato effect, even if I wasn’t in a position to appreciate it at the time. Another prednisone withdrawal symptom, I think. I remember this from last time, too.
But I woke up with less of a headache, and my middle feels like it’s been, say, last week since I was last kicked. I’ve also stopped bleeding entirely, which I find slightly worrisome. I know for a fact there’s a fair bit of clotting & other icky matter in there. But for the moment, I’m less sore than yesterday, and since today I have to teach a group of teenaged boys how to make chocolate mice, I’m happy for the physical reprieve.
Dog comes home today – even the “I hate dogs” boy missed her terribly. He posted on his blog how empty the house feels without her. I expect to take lots of pictures of the whippet wearing her Elizabeth collar, so that I can blackmail her when she’s naughty. And the bed seemed very big last night, though I have to say it was nice not having to get up that extra half-hour early this morning. I could have, literally, slept for 5 more hours, even going to bed at about 9:30, I’m still wiped out.
Off to work, but first I wanted to thank people who’ve been commenting with notes of support and advice. It’s appreciated, and it makes me feel less alone, which, at a time like this, is more comforting than I can express. I love my husband dearly, and I know he adores me, but he has no idea what this is like. Knowing there are other women out there who have survived this and even gone on to live happy productive lives(!) is comforting. It’s a bit of light, a flashlight beam to follow until the sun comes up.
Thank you.
I am glad to hear you are feeling better – good luck with the chocolate mice.
You seem like an amazing woman and you can get through anything, although I am sorry that you have to.
Glad you are feeling better! Good Luck with the teenage boys today. BTW… chocolate mice? You have got to post a picture for us.
I’m glad that you are feeling better. I hope that you have some more news on what is going on soon. Limbo is a terrible place to be.
I’m doubly glad that Nellie is coming home! Lots of licks for you are in your future, I’m sure!