Yes, I was trying to do the fall cleaning until the pony fell ill and it did help. You know, I was very busy and kept my barn and paddocks constantly clean. Last year, I hand sanded the whole bottom part of my colonial home and painted it. My therapist at the time told me to do less, let things go. I replied to him that I didn't think I could do it and that I would fall so behind. But I made myself take his advice. I did less and less and got further and further behind and somehow I cant seem to get my old rythm back, and what it did is actually make me more depressed. I don't think I should have followed his advice to be honest (he was the recovering addict going through a divorce therapist).

I do spend time doing chores every day, but when I lost the pony I kinda sank to be honest.

I did just finish painting a decorative paddle for someone that is going to give it as a gift (a little money in my pocket). It did feel nice to accomplish a piece of art work.

Yes, stumpy I understand what your saying. I was actually very active when it just took over last year, so it did stop me in my tracks, frightened me that it was progressing without my knowing.

As I know you battle PTSD yourself it is nice to know that you yourself found relief by making sure you became more active.

Thanks Stumpy,
Open Eyes