cff November 2014 | Simple and Serene Living

Sunday, November 23, 2014

JOY IS IN THE SIMPLE THINGS

There were so many things that I hungered after when I was younger. A larger house, a pool, more money, designer clothes.....and when I got them I really didn't find joy. I found I was left with wanting more. As I have gotten older I have found that the simplest things bring me joy. A smile from a stranger, a surprise silly text message from a grandchild, a cup of tea on a cold gray day, and today it is arriving home from the library with a pretty bag stuffed full of books.


Jen at Muddy Boot Dreams has started a Pinterest group and Facebook page for those of us who are looking for and finding  joy in the ordinary. I hope you will read more about it here and join us. 

Next week I will be talking about my plans for my own ideas for pursuing a simple and serene life. I will also be resuming Women Speak on Tuesday. 

For now, I think I will fix myself that soothing cup of tea and choose a favorite book to read. 

Have a serene and joyful day, my friends. 

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Saturday, November 22, 2014

GABBY BRAIN

Boy oh boy, what is going on with my brain??? I take a medication called gabapentin, which is generic for neurontin. It is a seizure medication, but as in my case, it is given for nerve pain. It has some unpleasant side effects, including short term memory loss, dizziness, and brain fog. (some people I know might tell you I have always been a bit dizzy, but just ignore them.)



I have decided to call it my Gabby Brain. There is so much gabbing going on in my brain that one side can't keep up with what the other is doing. It is disconcerting to say the least. However, I did eventually adjust to my previous dosage and I am confident that at some point my body will adjust to this.




When I went for my follow up appointment this past Tuesday, I told my doctor that the cold weather was making my neuropathy worse. He agreed that that happens and offered to increase my dose. I on the other hand was fully expecting him to offer to buy me a one way ticket to Key West. That didn't happen. I just don't know what has happened to the medical profession these days. There just seems to be no real compassion. SIGH!!!


So the reason for all of this sharing, of pretty much useless information, is to explain away why I may repeat things in posts, why I can't seem to spell anymore, and anything else I might possible blame on Gabby Brain. 


For right now, me and my Gabby Brain are going to throw on some clothes (yes, I am still in my jammies) and go outside and see the world. It is 60 degrees and the sun is shining. That may just clear up some of the fog. 

Have a great rest of your day.

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P.S. I pinky swear that I will visit more this weekend.

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Sunday, November 2, 2014

hanging out

Today seems to be a good hanging out kind of day. A perfect fall day. The sun is shining and the air is crisp. It feels like a promise of good things to come.


So I am going to grab an apple, throw on a coat, and just head out. I do have a couple of errands to run, but I think I will let the day lead me. 


Do you have plans for today?

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