I'm still tired from last week

[vanillafluffy]

 No, really. Last Monday, LL and I raked my yard, then went to the grocery store then Costco. I had a couple days to rest up, then on Thursday, I had an appointment with my eye doctor. On Friday, LL and I went to a Swedish weaving class at the senior center, then Home Depot, which was a bust and very frustrating, then grocery again. We were going to stop for chicken on the way back, but the place was a total zoo, so we skipped it.

Now, here it is, Tuesday, and I'm still feeling wiped out. This is ridiculous! I was planning to go see 'Rambo: Last Blood' at the second-run theater this afternoon, but that involves 1) getting dressed and 2) going, which means dealing with people and frankly, I just don't have the spoons for it. To quote a meme, it's too people-y out there.

Eye doctor  has some concerns and wants to see me again in three months. I might need laser treatments because there's inflammation.  It's technical ...basically I have to be super conscientious about my drops and keep on top of my diabetes and maybe I can avoid it,

The Swedish weaving class is diverting. I haven't done any hand-work projects in a while...kind of over crocheting, beads are all packed away in the shed, and the last thing I need is beads rolling around underfoot anyway. I'm not doing anything complicated yet, so it's nicely distracting...I can stitch during TV time or while meditating on writing projects. I just need to expand my repertoire beyond one stitch and find some pattern books (which seem to be few and far between). I'm eyeing a big piece of Huck cloth on eBay, thinking, "Custom kitchen tablecloth!". GK has a monogrammed cross-stitched tablecloth that NJ sewed for her as a wedding gift--I've always envied that tablecloth!

GK has invited me to Thanksgiving dinner, but because there's snow forecast, she wants me to stay over the night before, which I'm loathe to do. Assorted reason--uncomfortable guest room, dealing with her family, guests, etc. Just not feeling it. What does it say about me that I'm grateful for the privilege of being alone?

Love to all and a happy Turkey Day!

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Comments

[dine]

it does sound like you've been pretty busy - no wonder you're tired!

I think it would be fine to tell GK that you're just not in a people mood right now and stay home. as long as you are honestly happy on your own, why not hermit a bit? maybe you can get together with her on the weekend. reassure her it's not personal, you're just not up for a large gathering

[vanillafluffy]

Honestly, it doesn't bother me. I'd just as soon stay home, maybe watch the parade and not have to worry about making small talk or committing some faux pas. It's just easier.

[pwcorgigirl]

I seem to recall that GK is not much of a cook either. Best to just stay home and enjoy your own company.

We are going out of town for the holiday to see our SIL. The kid has volunteered to stay home and look after the dogs, so that will work out fine. I am never thrilled about four hours on the road, but it is what it is.

Do get on top of things to take care of your vision, hon. It's all a pain, but so worth it. (((Hugs)))

[vanillafluffy]

Yeah, between her dislike of cooking and all the restriction's on Mr. GK's diet, it tends to be quite bland and unspectacular. I figure I'll excavate something from the freezer. Potstickers may not be traditional T'giving fare, but at least it's something I enjoy.

Drive safe! Between weather and crazy drivers, it can be tricky out there.

[fufaraw]

Adding my vote to staying in and enjoying the excellent company of yourself. I have an opportunity to do something which some years ago would have been a lifelong dream. Now? Negotiating travel ins and outs, building ins and outs, seating for possibly longer than I can sit in one position, possible stairs, and as you say, immense people-y... No. Can't do it, and really? If I'm honest, don't even want to try.

Solitary splendor, with my own menu, my own chosen entertainment, and *excellent* company, if I do say so!

Take care of the eye stuff. Irremedial is no fun.

[vanillafluffy]

Oooh I hear you. Arduous travel plus unfriendly architecture plus discomfort plus people? Shoot me now. I'm at the point where I pick my battles--and my seating--carefully. (Twice in the last few weeks, I've sat in generic chairs and had trouble getting up. One was too narrow and I got wedged in there, the other was about six inches too short.) That's yet another reason I'm inclined to stay home; GK has limited seating that works for me...at home, there's at least one chair in every room.

If it was just for dinner and gaming, I'd probably go, but I'm not up for a marathon event. Being alone isn't the end of the world, even during the holidays. As you say, being able to choose how to spend it (comfortably!) is excellent. Somehow, doing something that's going to annoy me seems counter-intuitive for a holiday that's supposed to be for feeling gratitude.

Yup, definitely focusing on drops, shots, etc. I've had enough eye procedures to last me!

[thru_the_blinds]

I'll be home alone, too - my choice. The family is getting together at my nephew's house a few towns away, but I'm just not up for it. *raises a toast to you*

[vanillafluffy]

GK has rescheduled the feast for Friday--I suspect her other guests weren't crazy about going out in the slop that's predicted for tomorrow--by then, we should have a thaw so coming to get me won't be o'er hazardous. Meanwhile, here's to a quiet T-Day!