My tummy pain has been acting up the last couple of days. Today joined by some low back pain on the right side, and twitching scalenes on the left side of my neck.
I had trouble falling asleep last night. I think it’s because I was trying to stay awake after work so that I could make my cookie dough and onion salad. Having pushed myself to stay awake, it was hard to relax and get to sleep. The stomach pain didn’t help.
This morning I lingered in bed. The whole day has felt hard, like I’m moving through molasses. But I still got work done. Changed over my sheets. A couple loads of laundry.
I have a dress rehearsal tonight, with a potluck. I hope my onion salad is okay. I decided to walk myself to town for the event, because I haven’t been able to get out and hike very much. I really like the idea of going on a hike. I might even walk home, though I’m pretty sure I can get a ride back from someone.
I did mostly breathwork for my Move U exercises today. My stomach has been killing me all day. I did a shake for breakfast, and made a fruit and yogurt smoothie for lunch. Finished the soup from my neighbor for an afternoon snack. Even drinking water makes my tummy hurt.
I think I may have overextended myself between Thanksgiving and the events of this week. I need to remember that I don’t have access to all my energy. I’m on a healing journey through grief, and my body takes energy for that whether I want it to or not. Hopefully, I’ll be able to get some rest tomorrow and be ready for the concert on Sunday.