Happy birthday @FurForksSake sounds like a lovely day. Im so glad you’re managing your trip away with some modifications. I understand the guilt, I felt similar when on long term sick but you’re allowed to try and live a little the best you can. Enjoy your time away.
@Swanhilde your cottage with lovely views sounds ideal. I find I worry so much about how I’ll manage on trips away but even it’s just resting in a different environment, the change of scene always does me good. Hopefully you’ll manage a little outing in a day or two.
@TeaAndStrumpets things sound really tough for you lately so a moan and a few tears are absolutely in order! Your DH sounds a good un and is absolutely right, my DH often reminds me that I’ve improved before, I can improve again and it’s so true. Let your DH support you and do what needs to be done for a little while so you can keep on resting. Distraction helps me on those days, a familiar comedy or an audio book maybe? Did you find some lovely stocking fillers for your little granddaughter?
Hope everyone has a peaceful and relaxing day. Quiet one here ( no surprise!) but I’ve had a busy ish week for me. Have made some almond flour pancakes ( gluten free) which were rather nice but not a lot happening here as DD is working today. DH will cook a roast later.