I'm still here.
Struggling a little with a touch of the black dog but I am not going to complain about that as I am so much better off than those who are suffering elsewhere here and across the world.
How are you all? How are you all coping with the lockdown?
I must admit that I am ready for everything to get back to normal as I have mostly been stuck at home since I came out of hospital at the beginning of March but it doesn't look like that is going to be anytime soon.
DD's office has been split into two groups working two days on and two days off and I can't get my head round it so when she is off I think it's the weekend. I just never know what day it is.....lol.
Sadly I can't do my cross stitch at the moment (I have tried and managed five stitches so far) so after a walk around the block I seem to spend much of the time watching ccokery and DIY programmes on Freeview. I think soon though I shall have to find something else to do as I am now starting to see repeats.
I wish you all a Happy Easter.
Sheila-x-
All is well here. Just miss my grandsons. We do face time on the tablet but as you well know that doesn't take the place of little arms around your neck and great big smooches. Even as I write this I am tearing up. But we'll see the other side of this, soon i hope. Happy Easter to you and yours Sheila. Stay safe!
ReplyDeleteHi Sheila (waves!) It's so hard being cooped up for such a long time isn't it and I'm missing my GC so much too. WhatsApp video calls are becoming the new norm but I long for a real hug from them and DD. They do try to make funny videos for us as well which is lovely. G is now furloughed and getting under my feet! Actually, I can't imagine them taking him back again once this is all over because of his age (70) so I might have to get used to him being here all the time...aaarrrgh!!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like a quiet weekend for all of us, I think, but we are SAFE at home. Take care, Sheila, I do miss your lovely cheery posts so look after yourself and a Happy Easter to you and the family. ((Hugs)) Angie xx
The black dog has found me today too. I've been avoiding him till now. But I've a lot to be thankful for and just need to keep saying that. Weather is better today in Ireland ☺️
ReplyDeleteKick that Black Dog out!
ReplyDeleteSo good to here you are OK. It must be horrible for you as you have been in lockdown about a month longer than the rest of us.
Hope you are "seeing" your grandchildren online. Certainly missing mine.
It's always lovely to hear from you, Sheila.
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry you've had a visit from the black dog but I hope you're able to find a way through it using methods you know have a positive effect, although I know it must be even more difficult than usual for you just now.
Have you tried doing jigsaws to help pass the time a little bit. You might find some to do online if its easier.
I'm losing track of the days myself at the moment, but home schooling will begin again soon and I'll be back at work (albeit only three days a week) on Monday.
Sending love and hugs. X
Hello Sheila!! Sorry to hear you're feeling down, easy to do at times like these, and then with your previous difficulties on top of that... Hang in there. This can't last forever (even though it feels like it at the moment). Take care!! -Jenn
ReplyDeleteHello lovely,
ReplyDeleteThe BD is completely normal following a stroke - speaking from my mum's experience- remember though, it's still very early days and be kind to yourself x
Good to see you back Sheila, but sorry that you're having a visit from the black dog. I still find it hard coming to terms with my condition, so I know how you must be feeling.
ReplyDeleteWhat I would advise is don't give up on your cross-stitching, persevere with it and although you might not be able to get as much done as you would like, you will improve. I did this with my knitting and I may only be able to do a few rows one day, but that's okay, it's still progress. I only knit baby or toddler things at the moment and am working myself up to knit something for me, we'll see. I also think of it as exercise for my hands and arms. So don't give it up in despair as it is something you enjoyed and it will take you away from the television and that has got to be good.
It's lovely to hear from you! I'm so glad you're doing better. The cross stitch will get better in time. xxx
ReplyDeletewe have been freeviewing 80s disaster movies , glad to see the beeb has been putting classic black and white movies on in an afternoon , then theres the joy of Talking Pictures , persevere with the cross stitch when you get up a couple of stitches each day it shows your progressing even in a tiny way . I cant imagine how frustrating it must be
ReplyDeleteLovely to hear from you and that you are OK if not a little down. It may be only 5 stitches today but it might well be 6 tomorrow - every tiny improvement is in the right direction and if you think about it is how babies develop over time when they acquire new skills.
ReplyDeleteWishing you and your family a lovely Easter even if it is an unusual one. x
It's always lovely to hear from you Sheila, but sorry to hear that you've been down. It must be hard to have been locked down longer than all of us. Take care of yourself. I hope you have a happy Easter. x
ReplyDeleteHi Sheila, lovely to hear from you. I hope the black dog moves on quickly, although I suspect many people are feeling a little bit like that even without having to deal with other things. We're all coping in our own ways here. Amy is playing her new ukulele, Thomas is on the Xbox, Mark is doing man stuff in the house and I'm flitting between jigsaws, crochet, reading and TV. I'm OK for the most part, it's just that occasional urge to go out and have a look around the shops that catches me off guard when I realise I can't. But as you say, so much to be grateful for so I'm not complaining. Hope you and the family stay well. Take care. xx
ReplyDeleteHello Sheila, so you are not feeling so good, it's just over 2 years since I had my stroke, and life is swings and roundabouts, I can not do cross stitch or sewing at all now but I love to crochet and gave made some lovely blankets for the family and charity so I do hope you find something that you can do in another way. It does get it a lot easier has time goes by, I live on my own and a lot older that you so I really find hope things get it easier for uou I found the frustration to find it to be hard. I am always willing to chat.
ReplyDeleteHazel c U.K. 🌈🌈🌈
Happy Easter Sheila,🐰
ReplyDeleteIt’s great to hear from you, Sheila! I’m sorry you have the black dog visiting you at the moment. But given the general circumstances at the present time and your recovery too, it’s understandable. After a little break, try your cross stitch again. If you manage say 7 stitches, it’s 2 more than last time! Just think, when you do finish it, no matter how long it takes you, it is your recovery project. You can crack open a bottle of bubbly, or have a cuppa to celebrate. They may be tiny steps, but they are steps :)
ReplyDeleteYears ago, a neighbour of mine had a stroke. He had no hobbies, but his wife brought him a organ keyboard. Just doing the scales was a struggle at first, but it was great physio for his arm/hand. He ended up being able to play some fantastic music. Now I’m not suggesting you become the next Liberace (unless you have a wardrobe full of sequins!), but it’s just to say little by little you can do your fab projects again.
We’re all good here. Hubby and son are working from home, which I find challenging at times, but they’re safe and that is the main thing! I’m missing seeing my daughter in person, but we FaceTime her (& Bumble) regularly.
Hope you and your family continue to be safe xx
Lovely to to see you posting, hope you feel more cheery soon, but with what's happened to you not easy. Take your time and be kind to yourself.
ReplyDeleteYou're not alone not knowing what day it is Sheila...life has gone very topsy turvy and inside out at the moment hasn't it. Glad you're on the road to recovery. Remember slow and steady wins the race in the end. x
ReplyDeleteHello Sheila, just want to say I hope you are feeling alright with you and your family and hope you can do a little bit more each day. Love Hazel c uk 🌈🌈🌈
ReplyDeleteHi Sheila, Just checking in. I hope you're feeling better.
ReplyDeleteHope you're okay and keeping safe whilst continuing to recover, Sheila. x
ReplyDelete~Hello chuck hows things
ReplyDeleteNice post.
ReplyDeleteHi Sheila - just stopping by to say hi and hope you are getting a little better each day - I do miss your cheery posts and goodness knows we could all do with a bit of cheer at the moment! Not sure if you will read this but just in case I wish you a speedy recovery. Hugs xx
ReplyDeleteHi Sheila, how are things? I have missed your posts and hope that you are ok. Stay safe and come back soon.
ReplyDeleteHello, I just wanted to hope you are doing alright. Having a Stroke is scary but do hope this are getting easier. 🌈🌈🌈
ReplyDeleteHi Sheila, Just popping by to say hello. Hope you and all the family are keeping well and things are getting better every day for you. xx
ReplyDeleteI enjoy reading your posts but don't comment often. Hope you are ok and look forward to reading more from you. Stay safe.
ReplyDeleteDear Sheila, I hope you are on the mend. Many hugs, Marjorie
ReplyDeleteJust checking in Sheila. Hope you're feeling better.
ReplyDeleteLockdown is so so. Getting a bit fed up of it now. Even more so with all the talk of a second wave soon approaching. Hope you are doing well. Stay safe.
ReplyDeleteHello Sheila hope you are okay and getting out a bit. I think about you and your family and you are all well.
ReplyDelete🌈🌈🌈Hazel c uk
Just doing a monthly check. I hope you are healing sheila and that you are enjoying your Summer. You are in my thought and in my prayers. Take good care of yourself.
ReplyDeleteHow are you?
ReplyDeleteSheila, I hope you are doing better - you and your family are in my thoughts
ReplyDeleteHi, hope your doing well I keep checking to to if you’ve posted. Heather
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