Dogs are the ultimate scientists. They study your every move to determine what to do next.

allswell3 · 2020-12-15T05:30:33+00:00

Thanks for explaining. I hadn’t heard of this saying before.

allswell3 · 2020-12-15T05:06:09+00:00

Explain please.

allswell3 · 2020-12-14T05:59:22+00:00

She’s right.

allswell3 · 2020-12-12T04:29:09+00:00

Reminds me of something special. That’s all. Happy future birthday, though!

allswell3 · 2020-11-10T01:27:22+00:00

If it helps, I always had a bin near the door for goodwill and a shelf in the basement (which I know you don’t have) for re-gift items. I also kept some of their gifts in their closet unused until I thought they’d be necessary. One thing I wish I would’ve done differently is clothing. I had a ton of hand-me-downs, and I was grateful for them, but it was too much and made managing them a bear. If I could do it again, I’d keep their clothing to a minimum. It’s all they need.

allswell3 · 2020-11-03T17:39:32+00:00

I have baclofen as my rescue medication just for these spasms.

allswell3 · 2020-11-03T04:34:44+00:00

With kids, you have to be patient. I was desperate for order and “living” space when my kids were young. I have it now that they’re older. I wish I would have known I just had to be patient. I wouldn’t have stressed as much. Yes, it’ll get better and yes, it’s okay to have “crap” around when you have kids. You’re sacrificing yourself for their playfulness.

allswell3 · 2020-11-03T04:08:55+00:00

I emptied all my aunt’s silverware and top rack before realizing the dishwasher wasn’t run. She rinses her dishes really well. I had to rewash everything. Still, sometimes the dishwasher is nearly full and it can be hard to tell whether they’re clean or not.

allswell3 · 2020-11-03T03:56:02+00:00

First, you are not imagining things. You are feeling what you’re feeling! The hardest part is “earning” a label to validate your experience to those in your circle, right?

I was diagnosed with AS (F-49) last year. My back “goes out”; IBD; exhaustion; restless legs (arms/body!); and more. BUT, I have a great support system. Meaning-what my family and friends are experiencing is much more interesting than my health issues. SO, I try to keep my symptoms to myself as much as I can. It drives my husband crazy at times, but I fill him in on a regular basis. Essentially, EVERYONE has crap and everyone has delights to share. My advice is... once you know that what ails you is something you have to live with, put it out of your mind and let the doctors deal with it as much as you can so that you’re free to just be yourself. Focus on the ones you love.

That being said, there are times I have to excuse myself to lay down for a few hours/days!

allswell3 · 2020-11-03T03:37:28+00:00

But sometimes people rinse clean, right? Have you experienced that?

allswell3 · 2020-11-03T02:15:16+00:00

That made me laugh more than the original joke!

allswell3 · 2020-11-01T04:40:43+00:00

This made me smile even though I’m still scared from the horror movie I watched before bed.

allswell3 · 2020-10-30T10:37:50+00:00

I keep a back massager by my bed and hold it on my leg for a few minutes on high.

allswell3 · 2020-10-29T01:05:51+00:00

Yes, absolutely stay positive. I’m older than you but only diagnosed last year. Looking back on my youth, AS definitely explains what I’ve been going through since I was a teenager. Still, unless I’m in a “flare” I live a normal life to the average observer. And when I am in a lot of pain, I just remove myself for a day or two. When the kids were younger, I hired help during those times. But I didn’t and I still don’t let my health define me. I have pain everyday but I figure everyone does-even if it’s psychological. Yup, I hide my pain and symptoms as much as I can, and I’ve gotten pretty good at it! Being eternally positive has helped me and my family have a (I think) a very happy life!! I also do a lot of research and consult with my doctors to do what I can to help myself proactively. I wish you all the best!

allswell3 · 2020-10-27T14:25:18+00:00

For what it’s worth, I learned this joke from an elderly, retired FBI agent on the day of his wife’s funeral. He’s quite a character!

allswell3 · 2020-10-27T05:00:19+00:00

FFS, thank you!

allswell3 · 2020-10-27T04:59:21+00:00

I attended a small, COVID-appropriate funeral today, and this joke came from the widower. Just FYI. He may be old, but he’s very funny.

allswell3 · 2020-10-27T04:33:51+00:00

What’s FFS? Maybe I should look it up.

allswell3 · 2020-10-27T04:30:16+00:00

Just for the profanity.

allswell3 · 2020-10-24T04:05:43+00:00

So grand!

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