Thank you for the gift of perspective today. I’m dealing with a pinched lumbar nerve and the tail end of Covid that’s taken my voice. I work as a psychotherapist, so had to cancel work this week. Usually I’m in my office, listening, talking, helping. Today I’m on my couch, reading, knitting, and listening to my very noisy washing machine. And working on being grateful for my family, my cuddly cats, yarn, the sheep the yarn comes from, and home.
It sounds like you’re allowing yourself to heal your body by listening to what it’s telling you it needs. As a huge cat lover, I’m glad your fur babies are giving you cuddles and healing energy. I hope you feel better soon 🙏.
Thanks so much! The voice is mostly back, I’ve tested negative, and my two tuxedo cats, The Ladies (Lucy and Zelda) were very helpful. Lumbar nerve gets addressed Friday with an MRI to find out what the bleep is going on.
Oh, Elizabeth!! Many of us can relate to the unexpected challenges that come from having to slow down — or to watch a beloved mother or partner or dear friend have to slow down due to pain, illness, end-of-life issues, or whatever…
… thank you for reminding us that there is gift wrapped inside the requirement to slow down. Unwrapping that gift is, itself, a journey to be savored…
…thank you also for reminding me of that great cookbook, “Beat This!” which I purchased on your recommendation a while ago, during covid (I think). I bought it specifically for those cinnamon roll — and my husband and I were not disappointed!!! They are great — even if they’re not made “from scratch” 😎
Rest up, dear author. We all care for you so deeply and want you to regain your health and well-being.
Sending you warm appreciation and hearty encouragement from Massachusetts!!❤️
I loved this memory, and glad it is helping you right now. We never know when someone we know, or God incidentally meet, will be an example to help us through a tough situation of our own. Hope you find relief soon, and lasting. I live in a retirement community, and there are many inspirations here, along with much compassion and laughter while sharing our stories together.
Thank you for a life lesson we all can benefit from. Today I needed it because I my relationship with my husband has become more caregiver than partner - a transition that I knew was coming but didn’t want.
This is so true, Elizabeth. I was also a night shift nurse. I vividly remember my Sundowners patients. I’m thinking of you today and sending you virtual hugs. Empathy. I wish more people understood it.
I loved your post. I have been fighting Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma for over 5 years and I was very happy staying busy-but since all the treatments I have slowed down quite a bit. It took a few knockdowns to accept that I don't have 100% stamina and small things take big efforts. And... there isn't much more the doctors can do for me so it's hard to know how much time I have left. But each moment I feel and touch and see, taste and hear with my senses so acute....it is indeed magical.
Thank you. I have been very I’ll this past 6 months and my lesson had Bertolucci slow down and have self compassion. I am now, 6 months later, starting to get my strength back. Those cinnamon rolls sound delicious. I am enjoy Hot Cross buns!!
Thank you for giving us your time, thoughts, wisdom and always, always your love, which comes through so clearly. I hope you feel ours coming back to you and empathy for all you’re going through right now. I wish life didn’t take these turns to make us slow down and take stock, so to speak. You are doing a wonderful job of handling your present situation which isn’t going to last. Your pinched nerve will
un pinch and you’ll be back to your normal routine but with a quite little voice telling you to not rush, take your time, read some Elizabeth Berg… she will make you feel better….. and I hope you do soon.
Love reading your posts. I could almost smell those cinnamon rolls. Now I want to make some. Love that smell permeating throughout the house. Hope you get better soon.
Thank you for the gift of perspective today. I’m dealing with a pinched lumbar nerve and the tail end of Covid that’s taken my voice. I work as a psychotherapist, so had to cancel work this week. Usually I’m in my office, listening, talking, helping. Today I’m on my couch, reading, knitting, and listening to my very noisy washing machine. And working on being grateful for my family, my cuddly cats, yarn, the sheep the yarn comes from, and home.
This is lovely. Thank you.
It sounds like you’re allowing yourself to heal your body by listening to what it’s telling you it needs. As a huge cat lover, I’m glad your fur babies are giving you cuddles and healing energy. I hope you feel better soon 🙏.
Thanks so much! The voice is mostly back, I’ve tested negative, and my two tuxedo cats, The Ladies (Lucy and Zelda) were very helpful. Lumbar nerve gets addressed Friday with an MRI to find out what the bleep is going on.
Oh, Elizabeth!! Many of us can relate to the unexpected challenges that come from having to slow down — or to watch a beloved mother or partner or dear friend have to slow down due to pain, illness, end-of-life issues, or whatever…
… thank you for reminding us that there is gift wrapped inside the requirement to slow down. Unwrapping that gift is, itself, a journey to be savored…
…thank you also for reminding me of that great cookbook, “Beat This!” which I purchased on your recommendation a while ago, during covid (I think). I bought it specifically for those cinnamon roll — and my husband and I were not disappointed!!! They are great — even if they’re not made “from scratch” 😎
Rest up, dear author. We all care for you so deeply and want you to regain your health and well-being.
Sending you warm appreciation and hearty encouragement from Massachusetts!!❤️
I needed this today, I’m not good at resting and that’s what I need. Blessings to you and the lessons you’ve learned and have shared with us.
I loved this memory, and glad it is helping you right now. We never know when someone we know, or God incidentally meet, will be an example to help us through a tough situation of our own. Hope you find relief soon, and lasting. I live in a retirement community, and there are many inspirations here, along with much compassion and laughter while sharing our stories together.
Thank you for a life lesson we all can benefit from. Today I needed it because I my relationship with my husband has become more caregiver than partner - a transition that I knew was coming but didn’t want.
I’m sorry. That’s a tough situation.
Beautiful story, and yes I have the Beat This cookbook suggested by you, so many yummy recipes!
This is so true, Elizabeth. I was also a night shift nurse. I vividly remember my Sundowners patients. I’m thinking of you today and sending you virtual hugs. Empathy. I wish more people understood it.
Those cinnamon rolls smell delicious and one is melting in my mouth. Slowing down does aid in recovery.
I loved your post. I have been fighting Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma for over 5 years and I was very happy staying busy-but since all the treatments I have slowed down quite a bit. It took a few knockdowns to accept that I don't have 100% stamina and small things take big efforts. And... there isn't much more the doctors can do for me so it's hard to know how much time I have left. But each moment I feel and touch and see, taste and hear with my senses so acute....it is indeed magical.
I hear you, and I admire you very much.
Absolutely wonderful take on life and so true. Amazing Elizabeth ❤️❤️thankful for you
Thank you. I have been very I’ll this past 6 months and my lesson had Bertolucci slow down and have self compassion. I am now, 6 months later, starting to get my strength back. Those cinnamon rolls sound delicious. I am enjoy Hot Cross buns!!
As always Elizabeth, I so appreciate your perspective. Beautifully written.
I’m sorry for your continued pain but grateful for your positive inspiration that your writing always provides.
Thank you for giving us your time, thoughts, wisdom and always, always your love, which comes through so clearly. I hope you feel ours coming back to you and empathy for all you’re going through right now. I wish life didn’t take these turns to make us slow down and take stock, so to speak. You are doing a wonderful job of handling your present situation which isn’t going to last. Your pinched nerve will
un pinch and you’ll be back to your normal routine but with a quite little voice telling you to not rush, take your time, read some Elizabeth Berg… she will make you feel better….. and I hope you do soon.
Love reading your posts. I could almost smell those cinnamon rolls. Now I want to make some. Love that smell permeating throughout the house. Hope you get better soon.
When life gives you lemons, make cinnamon rolls. Got it!