I know I haven’t been around much lately. I’ve had a lot going on.
Hubby was in the hospital last month. I thought I was going to lose him. He went into AFib, and his defibrillator went off four times before he was able to call an ambulance to come get him. He was at work and was able to drive to his mom’s (just down the road) to call the ambulance. He should have called from work.
Hubby is much better. He’s not been able to work, mostly because his doctor can’t see him until Aug. 10. He feels much better and is anxious to return to his normal routine. Out of boredom, he’s cleaned just about every inch of the house.
I had a good cry this morning because I don’t know how I’m going to pay the bills with only my paycheck. But I trust that God will take care of us, so I put on my big girl panties and went on to work at a job I’m beginning to hate. Because you know what? There are people a lot worse off than we are. I should be thankful for what we have.
So, no more whining. I’ve let this whole thing be a big excuse for not writing. Many authors write better when they’re upset or depressed. It’s like writing lets them get everything out. I’m the opposite. I write better when I’m on top of the world happy. Yeah, I’m weird. So I actually got some writing in tonight. This story is going in odd directions I wasn’t expecting. I don’t know if that’s good or bad. LOL
Hopefully, I won’t be so absent from now on. I have a lot of blogs to catch up on, and I know some of my FB friends think I’ve gone into exile. I just haven’t felt very social. I’ll try to do better! 🙂
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Glad your husband is doing better. That had to be scary.
Hope you can get back into your writing groove, but do what you can.
Thank you, Fallon. I just hope the doctor lets him go back to work. He’s going nuts.
You’ve had such a rough time. And so very scary about your hubby. I’m so glad to hear he is doing better. I think you have the right attitude going forward and you are placing your trust in the only source who really matters. He will take care of you!
Making progress on a story has to feel wonderful, too. 🙂
Sending prayers and hugs. God Bless.
You’re always there to lend some encouragement, and I thank you so much for that. I’m trying to stay positive.
About all Mary could do when I had the stroke was read Harlequin romances. You end up being too tired to think when everything is about whether or not your spouse is going to get well. It took her a good year before she felt like picking up knitting needles again. It sounds like your husband is well on the road to recovery, but still, it takes time. Hang in there.
He’s had two mini-strokes, stents, and he has a hereditary condition that this incident is linked to. It amazes me how very tired stress can make a person. The financial stress is making everything worse. But we’ll get through it. Thanks for your encouragement.
Lauralynn, it sounds like you’ve had some scary moments–and some overwhelming ones–the past couple months. Hugs! Sometimes you need a good cry. Like you I find it hard to write when life gets crazy–even though writing can be a great escape/outlet. It seems to slip low on the priorities list when life begins to overwhelm me. But your stories will be there waiting for you when you get back on your feet. Take care!
Thank you, Denise! I probably did need the cry, but I’m so used to NOT crying anymore. For some reason, I try to always hold that back, but maybe I shouldn’t. Grown-ups cry, too, right?
I can’t write when I’m depressed or stressed out. I need to be relaxed and in a good mood. I don’t know how those authors do it.
I didn’t realize your husband’s situation was so serious. 😦 How scary! I’m so glad he’s well. I hope things keep going well for him. I’ll keep on praying.
I’ll be sending more books your way starting in mid-to-late September. From there, it’s two more right on top of each other. I need to get a list set up so I can email you and reserve a slot for your editing time.
I guess it’s different for every author. I know some authors who write better when there’s stress and angst.
He’s had so many thing go wrong the past few years, and a couple of them have been life threatening. Your prayers are definitely appreciated!
Send those books on! I love editing for you. 🙂
Every day is a gift, especially when the one we love is ill. You’re doing really well to be writing through this challenging time. The hardest part is not knowing. It sounds like you have a good medical team, and hubby’s improving. It also sounds like you are doing what you can to stay balanced, supportive, and functional. Your friends understand. Try to do something each day that nurtures you. If it’s writing, then write. Don’t worry about the rest of us. We’ll still be here.
Thanks for your kind words, Beth. You’re right about each day being a gift. I’m trying to live that way right now, appreciating every day. We aren’t promised tomorrow, so we need to make each day count!