I'd had a very long day on Friday. Fridays are set aside for my mother only. She has lives with us since my stepdad passed 6 years ago. She was too lonely and too deep in grief to live alone. Some Fridays are all "recreational," while others are all errands. Yesterday was all errands. She is awaiting a second hip replacement, which means I am doing more and more to try to help her. I am more than happy to help; I just get tired and in more pain.

Cake, thanks for the warnings about methotrexate (MTX). I am very sorry for what happened to you. I get frequent labs. I take a 2.5 month break in the summer. It's scary. I cannot walk w/o it. Seriously. The only other options I have left now are the biologics, which are potentially more dangerous for me, I feel. It's a catch-22. I deeply appreciate your sharing. What do you use in place of MTX?

Jan, thanks for introducing me to Belle. I'll bet she's a great companion!
I use a different anti-nausea med because dystonia is a potential side-effect of Zofran and I have a neuromuscular disorder which makes me prone to dystonia. My GI is very sensitive; this is why I inject the MTX. I am sorry your diet is so restricted!

Gus, your pictures are beautiful and vibrate with positive energy! Thank you!

Christina, Sending positive vibes. I pray for your healing.

Liz, it sounds like maybe you are getting hit with challenging weather? Stay safe.

Child, I hope you are feeling better with each passing day!

Kiya, we have not "met" yet. I hope to meet you soon.

I think I have included everyone. If I've missed someone, my apologies.

I hope everyone experiences at least one moment of joy today.


WC