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Tell me about the good things that have happened today...

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Becca19962014 · 07/09/2018 23:16

I'm struggling at the moment with MH issues that are refusing to let up and part of that is I'm struggling to see the good in the world.

It must exist so I'm asking MN to help me to see it.

So far today I have,

the lovely person who sent me a lovely pm today,
the patient at the pharmacy who went and picked up my meds for me so I didn't need to struggle and,
the person who told me they care.

So, what's yours?

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ThrowThoseCurtainsWide · 19/09/2018 20:40

Big, hairy and cute ones are almost the best. I say almost because Ddog would be sad if I said he wasn't the best Grin

SneakyGremlins · 19/09/2018 20:41

Also - discovered Morrisons sells raspberry lemonade Grin

PoisonousSmurf · 19/09/2018 20:44

Have got an interview to be a 'Scarefest Actor'. No idea what I need to do, but being paid to scare the public sounds like great fun! Grin

MorningsEleven · 19/09/2018 20:58

Soooo jealous!

Original poster
Becca19962014 · 20/09/2018 18:49

I got my GP appointment today.

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SneakyGremlins · 20/09/2018 18:51

I managed to get out and get my favourite fabric conditioner Grin

GreyCloudsToday · 20/09/2018 19:11

I went out with DH and the baby for the first time in ages and it was lovely Star

Deathraystare · 20/09/2018 19:24

I am at work eating Choccie Bahlsen biccies!

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Becca19962014 · 20/09/2018 22:44

The help on my other thread and, more importantly, on this one. Thanks.

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LanguidLobster · 20/09/2018 23:00

Oh I hope you're getting on OK Becca.

Only nice thing that happened to me today (aside from speaking to a few friends) was finally getting the courage to go to the newsagents and apologise for sleepwalking there and buying something. They didn't give a damn actually, I was trying to say 'I'm so sorry I sleptwalked here the other day...' and they gave a shrug and effectively said 'meh', they see allsorts.

I did ask them if they could give me a rattle if I turn up in my night wear asleep again and they didn't seem obliging with that either. They really weren't bothered! At least I know I can sleep walk, purchase items and get home again without being arrested. So far!!

Tapirbackrider · 20/09/2018 23:04

The gynae secretary rang me to tell me that there was a cancellation at short notice, and offered me the operation space.

So, I'm having my hysterectomy on Monday instead of waiting until the end of November! Grin

WhatsGoingOnEh · 20/09/2018 23:04

So many today!

  • Someone emailed to say that they really loved some work that I did.
  • I chased up some outstanding invoices and discovered I'm owed £125 more than I thought.
  • Someone else asked me to send over loads more ideas for work I could do for them.
  • I'm into a new, lighter, stone bracket! (Doing WW)
  • DS1 auditioned for a concert at school today, and said he's really "putting [himself] out there". Such a difference to 2 years ago, when he was depressed, self-harming, and needed counselling. He's really turned things around for himself and we had a very emotional hug about that.
  • DS2 did homework on my laptop while I lay on my bed and listened. It was some English work and it was hilarious and brilliant.
  • DH didn't even notice that I was a PMT banshee yesterday.
  • I cooked a chicken stew, made bread, and we all had a lovely long chat together over dinner.
  • My goal Jeans nearly fit.
  • I scrubbed the kitchen, did 2 loads of laundry, and the house looks amazing.
mamakoukla · 20/09/2018 23:05

Our new washing machine was delivered today and I got to do three loads of laundry AT HOME! I was so excited!

WhatsGoingOnEh · 20/09/2018 23:06

Good luck on Monday, @Tapirbackrider! Here's to a successful op, an easy recovery then a glorious future free of periods FOREVER!

Original poster
Becca19962014 · 20/09/2018 23:26

Came back to see if anyone else had replied as really struggling.
You're all lovely.

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MadisonAvenue · 20/09/2018 23:34

We've been to our son's graduation Grin

Iwantaunicorn · 20/09/2018 23:42

I’m tentatively hoping I might’ve cracked this weaning lark - managed to get my DS to eat food calmly without screaming his head off! Both DTs were chuckling away and I felt so bloody happy that they were happy and I was happy and like I had this shit under control 😀

tinytemper66 · 21/09/2018 00:09

I have been able to dress myself today!

MipMipMip · 21/09/2018 00:10

Good luck Tapir! Sure it will go well. Make sure you have someone to drive you home (in a car with soft suspension!) - my mum said the drive home was the worst bit and my driving not that bad. Have chocolate ready, lots of drinks by your bed and a personal slave too if possible.

I visited some relatives with whom I have a tense relationship and it went really well. I actually enjoyed it! Grin

Newyoiker · 21/09/2018 01:18

The last year has been really hard but it's getting back on track now, however I've had my confidence knocked so much that it's been hard to claw myself back from it!

So today I'm feeling very proud of myself; I had a quote last week to get our chimney swept and the bloke came out and asked where my husband was (!) to which I responded  just sweep the stove mate. He stuck a camera up the chimney and declared it 'fucked' can't be fixed it'll cost you 3k to replace the stove etc etc etc.

Whilst he was fannying around I googled his name as I only had the name of the company, found out he wasn't even qualified to sweep chimneys, just to put a camera in the flue ffs! So I told him to get to fuck. He wanted me to pay £50 for doing nothing. Nope!

I got a second opinion today and had it swept and cleaned, birds nest removed, painted and the ropes changed for £240. It's currently on heating the room up beautifully.

I know it's not much to normal people but I'm really proud of myself for not being bullied by last weeks sweep and finding a better person to sort it out, and I lit a fire in it. It's small steps but I'm getting there :)

Feel very proud of myself for having the confidence to say no, I don't accept that. And for letting not one but 2 men into my house that's huge for me

Original poster
Becca19962014 · 21/09/2018 09:44

Well done new that's really great!

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Original poster
Becca19962014 · 21/09/2018 09:45

And tiny I find getting dressed very hard it'd be a major achievement for me to do it.

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MinaPaws · 21/09/2018 12:14

Newyoiker that's lots to be proud of Being that assertive takes real courage.

Becca - getting dressed is so hard. I get that too. I wonder why. These days I just have really easy clothes that feel quite similar to PJs - very soft drapey tops and pull on trousers or leggings. Or maxi dresses. Just put one on and you're dressed - no faffing with matching anything. And they look good. People compliment them, as though you've made an effort, which can be uplifting on a bad day.

Original poster
Becca19962014 · 21/09/2018 12:26

In my case it requires me to sublux all my joints and I cannot cope with the physical pain so I don't bother anymore. Even with help it hurts a lot.

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MissCherryCakeyBun · 21/09/2018 12:31

I suffer with anxiety ( it's hard to even write as I worry about being judged) I'm very anxious today after having a job interview yesterday and my good thing today seems very small but for me it's helped.....I finished painting the hall stairs and landing this morning and all the masking tape has come off cleanly and just removing it and seeing the neat white wood underneath helped me just a bit.

Big hugs to all struggling to live in this bitch of a world.