What are you up to today if you have chronic illness? Thread 4

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Link to last thread 🧵 https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/_chat/5438353-what-are-you-up-to-today-if-you-have-chronic-illness-thread-3

This is the bumper Christmas issue with the added challenge of all the work Xmas brings and feelings it might bring up...but we're here. Highs and lows. 🌲🌲😴🤕🤗

First 2 completed, with an additional trip to Lidl ✔️

Just had lunch and a cuppa and now contemplating sausage rolls. Never made my own before always buy them frozen, so wish me luck 🤞

Veg peeling will be done with Carols from Kings 👼🕯️ 🔔

Just popping by to wish you lovely lot a merry and peaceful Xmas and hope everyone can cope with the celebrations the best they can.

A little stressful here, DD has the flu and is looking and feeling dreadful. She’s been mostly sleeping since Mon so hoping she picks up a tad before tomorrow. Got my 85 year old mum coming tomorrow so hoping she doesn’t pass anything on but I can’t leave mum alone for Xmas day or confine DD to bed either if she feels up to being up by then.
To top the stress and worry off nicely DS arrived back from his GF’s house yesterday complaining of chest pain which got worse as the day went on and needed to call 111. Turned out to be costochondritus and he’s in a fair bit of pain so not sure it will the cheeriest of days tomorrow. He was told to take ibuprofen but I think he may need something stronger but obviously surgery shut for xmas now so DH has been sent to the chemist with a list for them both!

Seem to be constantly providing pain killers/ food / drinks for one or the other this morning so having a rest then DH & I will get on with some veg prep.
Takeaway tonight so no cooking at least.

@TeaAndStrumpets fingers crossed for internet & TV back on very soon!

Merry Christmas all

Thanks @TodayIsatrickyone we have plenty of books!

Gosh what rotten luck about DD being ill. Hopefully she is not actually contagious now. Has your Mum had her flu jab? Fingers crossed for all.

Costochondritis is evil. I once ended up in A & E with it it was so painful. I still get it if I’ve twisted or lifted unwisely. I never take painkillers but festoon myself with hot water bottles which at least gives some comfort.

Wishing a happy Christmas and peaceful recovery to all a bit under the weather. Xx

@Swanhilde you are doing well! I’m sure the sausage rolls will be fab!

I've done the sheets, done a wash, collected prescription, managed a small walk in a little park en route to my friend's house. Dropped her present in and had a cuppa with them which was lovely. Home again and absolutely shattered. Sofa and Ted Lasso with a cheeky peach schnapps. I have slight Bailey's fomo as I didn't buy any but I really don't need any.

We're having macaroni cheese for tea and I'll make it with Carols from Kings on.

Xmas PJs to unwrap shortly. Our little Xmas eve tradition 😊

All done 👍

DH will get the fish and chips in a bit and DD and I will make snowballs 🍸

Sausage rolls are a delicious success - half cranberry and half chutney 😋

Swanhilde those sausage rolls look fabulous.. and I don't eat red meat!

We'll be watching Carols from King's later too. I'll think of you all.

Happy Christmas 🎄💓

Thanks @TeaAndStrumpets it’s definitely sod’s law both of them being ill! The pain does seem awful, he’s not one to make a fuss when he’s not well but I could see he didn’t know what to do with himself this morning it was that bad. We ended up walking slowly around the garden with the dog to see if movement helped! It has gradually eased as the day has gone on with a combo of heat and painkillers so hoping tomorrow will be manageable for him. DD is still mostly sleeping which is hopefully a good thing. We have all had flu jabs ( apart from DD) so hopefully that will offer some protection for my mum.

@Swanhilde well done those sausage rolls look fabulous.

Veg prep done, table set for tomorrow and we’re just waiting on the takeaway and will watch a film.

Have a peaceful xmas eve everyone x

I'm in bed. We've got our new PJ's on. Mine was a bargain from Sainsbury's so I'm actually pleased how nice they are. DS doesn't do films much. But he's suggesting one for boxing day so I will look forward to sharing that with him.

Our table still needs digging out but I can't do anymore tonight. I've got a banging headache and tinnitus and pain now. Body shouting at me to stop.

I was thinking about trying to visit my mum next week but it's 500 mile round trip and will take the whole week with rest , travel and back. I feel like I can't do it this time. It's awful because it'll be a long time before I can see her next but perhaps that's ok and how it has to be. There's only me to do the drive and I'm just absolutely exhausted. I feel I need the time off to recover this time.

I got home from the hospital at 4 and son and I went for our very festive Christmas Eve McDonald’s 😂 Home for a bath, nails painted (son loves a bit of celebration nail polish too!) Christmas movie, stollen, Santa tracker and bed for him. Now just waiting until he’s definitely asleep so I can get the presents out and get in bed.

I feel a bit like I’m getting a cough. Been using vicks first defence the last week as son has had a cough. I’m doubly immunocompromised so fingers crossed it’s just a reaction from the infliximab today 🤞🏻

I hope everyone sleeps well and has a lovely Christmas x

Merry Christmas to you all and thanks for your company on this thread. It's been a sanity-saver.

I slept awfully but the plus side of that is that I'm the only one awake, so I'm enjoying some peace in bed before it all starts 💞

Merry Christmas to each and every one of you, you’re all so lovely and supportive and this thread has been a godsend for me. Look after yourselves today and I hope it’s a good day. Got adult kids arriving at 10.00 for brunch, Bucks Fizz and present opening. My DD got engaged yesterday, so that’s given me a big boost, he’s a lovely chap. Missing my late parents, but need to shake off the melancholy, and remember the good times, and look forward to more.

It’s going to be okay lovely people, it really is. Hugs to all x

A very happy Christmas to all you lovely people!

This thread has given such kind support, thank you all.

i have been using too many spoons this week judging by my high heart rate in the night. All I need to do this morning is distribute gifts at DD1’s house, chat for an hour then come home to rest. Just the two of us for meals so nothing fancy. DD2 is staying at home for their first Christmas as parents, they are coming down on 29th. So that will be lovely.

Morning all.DS woke up at 5am! He's 14 ..for goodness sake! 😂

Still we just did his stocking in bed and he's so sweet. Thrilled with all the silly bits I got him.

I'm having coffee before I can do anything else. I've not had anywhere near enough sleep.

Anyway, Merry Christmas to all of you lovely people. Have a wonderful day. X

Morning! merry Christmas.

I’ve got a heat pack round my neck as I sat awkwardly a few days ago and really hurt my neck. It wouldn’t be a day if I wasn’t in pain!

Merry Christmas all you lovely people and empathy for those who haven’t slept well.
Bit of a drama this morning as DD got up and then promptly fainted on the landing! I’d gone down to let the dog out and came back up to find DH sitting on the floor with DD whilst DS was in his room groaning in pain with this inflammation in his ribs! The dog was merrily jumping around wondering why everyone was on the floor so early 😂 Not the best start!

@TodayIsatrickyone you maybe won’t look back and laugh in years to come but this is an extremely memorable Christmas! Hope things calm down. You are certainly on Mum Duty by the sound of it!

We had a lovely trip out to DD1. Her house is decorated like Santa’s grotto and very lively with children and visitors. I bought clothes for the 12 and 16 year olds and wish I’d sized up! Will be outgrown by summer I’m sure but they are happy.

Back home for some peace and a nap.

Happy Christmas all!
Had a rubbish night sleep and a heavy head, sinus pain etc. Feel fluey but hopefully that's PEM and the tail end of a painful period.
DH cooking dinner and I'm assisting when ordered to.
Have changed MIL and her bed and she's back in it with a film until dinner's ready.
She's a bit weepy today, doesn't understand the word Christmas or anything about it so just a normal day for her.
Just a quiet one here with me, DH and the dogs.
Love to all xx

Merry Christmas all 🎄🎁❤️

Sounds like some of you have been having a very exciting day 😬

Wishing you all peace, joy and bundles of energy!

I'm feeling a bit blue this evening. Spent a lot of today alone. My bestie is in bed with covid bless her so I have missed talking to her today. My mum is with my sibling and they don't seem to find time to ring me at Christmas anymore. Mum will probably try and ring late when I am just about asleep.

My son was with his Dad for a few hours while I made lunch so I feel I have worked very hard and yet have spent the day largely alone. DS has been playing his new game since he had his tea and I am too exhausted to suggest any alternative.

But I'm probably just a bit down because I'm so tired and the pain is kicking in again. I shall go find some painkillers and see if it helps.

It's not been a bad day. I'm just a bit lonesome. No phone calls is a bit pants. (Exh was a dick too going on about his plans with his latest gf which doesn't help! )

Sorry for the whinge. I'm ok. Just feel a bit lonely.

Ah whinge away. Hopefully some painkillers and some rest and things will feel better tomorrow.

Haven't been on here for a while but wanted to pop on to say merry Christmas everyone!

Hope you had a good day @Tiredandwired2 😊

Morning all! Happy Boxing Day everyone!

Sorry to hear that some of you or family members had health problems or that some felt alone. I think this disease can be very lonely.

Ours was enjoyable and uneventful- almost approaching normal. But I'm back to the sofa today. Just need to prevent myself from indulging in some online shopping.

Hope everyone is recovering ok.

Lovely day yesterday - overindulged in wonderful food and had a few glasses of wine, but spent the afternoon/evening relaxing on the sofa while the others played games ☕

I'm off the the allotment now to blow some cobwebs and then the rest of the day will be devoted to rest and foraging leftovers 🍗🍖🧀🍇☕

Wishing you all a peaceful day 💕