Well here it is

Ive sort of let things get a bit out of hand recently. Been having an issue with my T and things have been sliding. So all the girls spoke about this tonghit at T and asked for some practical advice. Its just that we havent been eating properly, lost weight, not sleeping in our bed, house work has slipped and washing clothes has been way down on our priorities. To be quite truthful Ive gotten myself into a mess and it feels so much had to be done I dont know whwere to start.

My T has drwan up a little plan for me.

Making my bed, what eaclty i have to do, sorting out whites and coloured clothes to wash tomorow, shopping (ive got a list of what to buy in terms of food) and Ive to write down what I did and bring it with me on Monday.

Its just that I (Audrey) dont post much, its normally the little ones who post, but I wanted you all to know that Ive been letting things slide and now Im trying to sort it. So Im going to check my list of things to do that my T gave me and try as hard as I can to get through them. It has lots of things, right down to making taost and Tea in the morning and she has given me some of her home made rasberry jam to go on my toast.

So keep your fingers crossed and send me some energy cos I need it.

Just thought I would tell you al.

Audrey

{{{Audrey}}}}

I'm glad you worked out a plan. I hope it goes well for you!!

Audrey,

I am sending all my energy to you this weekend cuz I get to goof off and I don't need it!

Petunia

i'm sending you lots of energy and hugs for being brave enough to tell your T and try to do something about the problems you're having. great job! have a great weekend and don't work yourself too hard!

(((((((((Audrey))))))))))


shadow

HI Audrey

That sounds good. It's so helpful when I make lists of what to do, but I also find it all overwhelming at times. Having someone help you make a list, as your T has done, is really helpful. Why don't you post here what you manage to do, so that we can celebrate your successes with you? Good luck - I'm sure you will find it helps.

Caroline

Thanks Caroline, I appreciate that.

Today I have done;

1 washing of dark things. The second wash is in at the moment. I also have made myself tea and toast and used the lovely jam Mary gave me. Ive ran a bath and Im about to go in to it once my tea is finished.

Then I have to get to the shops, Ive got a list of shopping to get. Im nervous already in case I dont mamage the shops. But I need to get some food and stuff in.

Audrey

Wow - good start, Audrey! To have ticked off so many things on your list already is a great achievement. Sofar today I have had my flu jab, been for a swim, emptied the dishwasher and set up Hannah and her friend with some craft stuff. After this I'm going to do the next load of washing, hang the first load on the line, and do a bit of housework - probably tidy up the dining room ready for me to do some work this week. I'm also going to set myself a couple of challenges this week - one is to get some quilting done, and the other is to do some genealogy - amybe even go down to London for a day for that.

Caroline

{{{{allthegirls}}}}}

{{{caroline}}}}

its great you got so much done!!

Im failing miserably. Ive not been to the shop yet to get food. But we all need to do that. Plus Im back to crying agin.

Audrey

((((( Audrey ))))))

Can you take a break for now?

You already got a lot done, so if you just sit with us for a bit, maybe you'll feel up to it later.

Can you go tomorrow?

I'm sorry you are crying. I feel sad today too.

Petunia

(((((Audrey)))))) YOu are not failing. It's tough to do all this stuff when we are feeling bad. But look at how much you have already achieved.
Is there anything you can do to help yourself get out? Why is it that you are finding it difficult?
As to the crying, that's not such a terrible thing. Let the tears out - perhaps give yourself a space for that. Can you look forward to getting yourself a reward when you make it to the shops?

Be kind to you.
Caroline

It hurts Petunia, today it really hurts.
Audrey

((((Petunia))))

Sorry you are struggling too.
Shall we all go into the safe room?

Caroline

Umbrellas for Petunia, Audrey, Gem and Caroline.

All other sad people welcome too.

Its good to have some friends. I need an umbarella today. My goodness I dont know whats came over me, its just a bit of a thud in my heart or something. Im feeling sorry for myself. Im meeting my sister at 4pm (about 1 hour and 15 min timw).We are going for a coffee and a natter. So I have to pull myself together for that. Also my nephew is coming, he is 8 and his latest fun thing to do is repeat everything you say! We are calling him echo!

Im feeling a bit better knowing you are all here. Im sorry you feel sad to Petunia. We all sad girls today, thats what it sounds like doesnt it.

Im sending hugs to everyone who needs them.

Audrey

Audrey

Hey Audrey, sounds like you have some good stuff planned to help you today. Maybe you could shop while your sister is with you? I'm sure she would want to help you.

Caroline

guys, my big sister has just called me.She says shes coming for me and taking me to the shops then for a coffee.!!!!!!!! Has she got ESP?

I need to get to the shops, got no food.

Audrey

That means macaroni and cheese for our sad fest!

Good for big sis!

That's great. Have fun!

Caroline

I'm a little late, but have fun at the stores!!

Don't forget to make enough mac and cheese for all of us!

i'm even later than Gem but have fun at the shops and enjoy your coffee! ((((((((all of you)))))))))

i'll just mope around with petunia and the gang until you return to make mac and cheese for us


shadow

well, this macaroni is lovely. Anyone want some?

Oh you must bring it over to Sad Land! Everyone is just miserable waiting for it!

Ive looked, there is a lot of giggling going on in sad land!!!!!

Audrey

I got to the shops and bought

eggs, bread, milk, cheese, avocado, yoghurt, tomatoes, pasta, some sauces, grapes, oat cakes, tuna, and lots more. I got food in!!!!!!!!! Ive done 3 washings, and I bought a new desk and chair for my computer and built that!!!!!!!!

Think I did well today. All I have to do is change the linnen on my bed!

Audrey