Gayla,
You know that you remind me a little bit of myself. I know just how you feel. Earlier this summer, I was going nuts and was on overload. I couldn't take much more. I told my husband that I needed to get away for awhile; where I couldn't be contacted.
We couldn't afford much, but we went to the state south of us and only drove 3 hrs away! We stayed in a hotel with a swimming pool for a few days, went sightseeing and just relaxed and went swimming. It was only for 3 days, but it was rejuvenating.
So, I STRONGLY encourage you to go somewhere, even if it's not anything spectacular. Everyone will find a way to get along without you for a few days.
If you really can't escape for awhile, then tell everybody that you need to recouperate because you're run down. Be strong for yourself. Do it! I know how hard it is to do; but counsel yourself as if you are one of the people you care for.
If it was someone else in your shoes, what would you tell them to do? Take your own advice, and do it! You know it's the right thing to do.
Living so close to all these family members can be so hard on someone like yourself. Yikes! I feel for you very strongly. You have a sense of obligation that rules your decisions at times, but Gayla, you must put you first right now. Believe me, everyone will be just fine while you tend to you! Treat yourself the way you would want your loved ones to treat themselves!
Please take care of you. If I was there with you, I'd make you go lay down and relax. Watch a little Lifetime tv, shut the ringer off on the phone. Lock the doors and turn on the fan to tune out the outside noises.
I'd make a big pan of macaroni, put some spray butter all over it or maybe a can of broth, toss in some canned white chicken, and a can of mixed vegeys. This is what I do when I'm going to need something I can just heat up for several days. It's good for you and safe. I have it with a piece of warm bread or a roll.
If you're too worn out to fix anything, then go to the store and buy some of those healthy tv dinners. Healthy choice has some good ones with baked chicken and roasted potatoes. You won't feel good, if you're not eating right.
You need rest, relaxation, and good nutrition. You know that I understand just how you feel. Do for yourself what you'd do for one of us.
I'll be praying for you,
Terri
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