Couch 209: The Kummer Couch

Would anyone else tell their adult daughter that they think she has OCD? See i dont really say these things to other adults as i think they are adults and wouldnt appreciate. She arrived last night and freaked out a bit because i am not the best housekeeper and she said she missed her house because gets upset if things are dirty so she keeps everything really clean. I have reached the conclusion that with my physical and mental health issues and all the dogs and cats myhouse will never really be clean, so i let things slide. My house is not putrid but its not totally clean in some areas.
She was also tired from travelling all day.

I’m glad new cat is with you and that the flight went smoothly for you and new cat.

@BlessedCheeseMaker It does sound like OCD. She is your child, not just a random person. I would mention it.

You are going to have to take up knitting when you get home, minion

The 4 year old is medicated and he was very calm today. He is also very tired because the first few doses of the medicine cause drowsiness so we won’t be able to really know if it’s helping until this side effect lessens. He slept for almost 3 hours today. Tomorrow I’m bringing them their Christmas gifts because Fizzle the elf delivers a week early to give Santa his space and not steal the spotlight. The excitement from these toys will die down by the time Santa comes next week. I’m also giving them a rare treat of watching a movie tomorrow afternoon. (Usually we don’t do any TV during my working hours but cleared it with their mom).

Well..at least when I leave to a new family I’m going out with a bang.

I think that sounds like a great idea.

SM...from the way you talk here..I just want to say I think you’re an awesome parent.

T talked me out of going to the hospital tonight. My friend is going to stay the night with me instead.

Great picture of our concerts. Sure glad they're over though.

Woweee!!

I remember that one. There is just something compelling in it. Maybe the spirit of Bob Ross!

Aw, thank you. I have been blaming myself for years for all my failings. It's nice to hear that.

I am pretty sure Bob Ross didnt get bored halfway through a show and painted stick figures. It was The Joy of Painting not The Meh...Painting.

She already goes to therapy i will try to bring it up, not good at thesethings,

Could you tell her you are happy with your home but that she can clean to her heart's content if it would make her happy?

My therapist gave me the evergreen scented candle he's been burning in his office to take with me on my trip to the coast next week. That was really nice of him. He's gone for 9 days now.

Second this. I have a lot of anxiety around thing being clean, this does not worry my wife she will let it build up.

Over the years I have come to know it is my issue and if I want things clean I shouldn't get worked up expecting wife to do it.

If it bothers your daughter then that is ok, she is allowed to be bothered and then she can decide if she wants to clean it or leave it.

That might be a good idea. I will see how she goes when she gets backfrom visiting her dad and grandparents.

My T is constantly trying to talk me into going TO the hospital - it's annoying. I hope that you can stay safe tonight.

Another busy night at the hospital. You'd think people would have better things to do than cause drama at their local medical facility.. It's like the inmates are running the asylum.

I have an email scheduled to R. I have 30 minutes or so to decide whether to cancel it or let it send.

Hugs and headnods to anyone strugglingb

Let it send?

Friend stayed the night with me. She’s still hanging out waiting for work to start.

I'm glad you had somebody to hang out with you. How are you feeling today?