I didn’t want to get up this morning. I woke up to pee only a few minutes before the alarm, so it went off before I could fall back asleep and that was so disappointing that I snoozed the alarm. A bad habit I don’t intend to continue!
I got myself up before the snoozed alarm rang, and went for my mile walk. It was almost 40 degrees outside, and I could see the sky lightening in the east. I still used my headlamp, but it’s not going to be needed for much longer.
Another headache was brewing behind my eyes. I don’t want to overdo it on the migraine medication; there’s a warning about taking it more than 10 times a month. So I tried to push through and just ignore the headache. I closed the curtain in my office and put on dark glasses to tone down the light, but around 9 am I decided not to keep trying to power through.
At lunch, I got a ride from my neighbor to the DMV in Council. I’m very glad that I called the DMV earlier in the morning, because I was going to arrive when they would normally be closed for lunch. Since I called, the woman agreed to be available when I got there. It was super quick and easy to request my duplicate license. I’ve got a paper temp for now, and I’ll get the hard copy in a couple of weeks.
Usually, my period gives me a hint that it’s on the way. I start spotting between 24 and 48 hours before the actual bleeding begins. The spotting is my clue that it’s time to take some prophylactic NSAIDs, and reminds me that I might be emotional than usual. Not this cycle! I went from absolutely nothing to full on period without any warning at all. I was wondering why I was feeling so low energy and moody this weekend, even knowing that the period should be coming soon. The cramps have been killing me all day.
After work, I took a short walk. And then I ate the last of my Friday spaghetti. I need to get dishes done so I can cook my next big meal tomorrow. I’m out of time to do it tonight. Well, to cook. I could still get the dishes done if I put my mind to it.
I did slow spinal oscillations for my Move U exercises today. My arms are sore from yesterday’s staff spinning, which just makes me want to do more of it. I want to build some strength in my arms, and it also felt very good on my wrists. I think I’ll do that after I post, and then see if I can muster the motivation to get some dishes done. Even if I run the dishwasher tonight, that will clear out the sink so I can cook tomorrow.
Today is the day of the week that I allow myself to look at Facebook and Instagram. And I did open them a few times, but I find myself less and less interested in them. It’s hard sometimes on the other days of the week not to look at them, but then when I’m “allowed” to look, it’s just. Eh.
Ambrose would be taking such good care of me if he were here. Making sure I get well fed and that I medicate promptly for what ails me. Instead, I’m the one looking out for me, and I’m just not as good as it as he was. I was always much better at looking after him.
