I'm sorry, Hil, but I'm glad you have a plan. That always helps.
I was hella productive today. I just finished a short course of steroids because of my asthma, and they always make me productive for some reason. My pain is better, but I'm also just less overwhelmed by life in general. I can see what needs to be done and actually feel capable of doing it. I really wish steroids were a long term solution.
The reason I'm not teaching this summer is because last semester was really stressful and I needed a break. So much for that.
Well, once I finish up with these appointments and clean the apartment, I'll be leaving town. Maybe then my stress levels will decrease.
Sorry to hear about the anxiety, Hil, please go easy on yourself
My doctor gave me super-Advil (can't remember the actual chemical but it's one of like three prescription painkillers I can take without breaking out into hives or throwing up) and steroid cream and OH MY GOD YOU GUYS DRUGS ARE MAGICAL. Like, I'm not pain-free, but it's down from an 8 to more like a 3 and I can DEFINITELY TOLERATE WEARING CLOTHES.
Hello, relief! Very happy for you, Jess.
So pleased to hear that, Jess!
Hil, I hope this summer is exactly the recharge you need!
Yay good drugs, Jess!
I cleaned up most of my bedroom, and I sent the doctor a message asking whether my additional blood test results are back yet. Still need to call the psychiatrist about missing the appointment yesterday.
OK, called the psychiatrist and left a message.