Thank you, ladies

This morning I still feel melancholy. I know that the weather doesn't help and that having to go to work today isn't great, but, hey, if I were to stay home I'd just wallow, so hopefully I'll get over it quicker this way, right?

Margo, thank you for the reminder. I've been sharing lots of hugs with my DH and my dog; and I'm going to go look at some of my photos of flowers and sunsets and bugs and stuff before I go to work.

Uk, thank you for understanding. This morning isn't much better, but I know I won't let this last. If tonight isn't better all by itself, I'll find some fabulous movie or music to help.

Koala, thank you! You're right, I will fight this. I've decided, though, that the extra support I get here helps in the fight. If I just pretend I haven't felt sorry for myself, it doesn't really heal it. So, now it's out there and I'm working on it. Tonight I will do kickboxing when I get home. If that seems too hard, I'll spin on the bike. Yes, I need to get more endorphins.

Knotted, thank you! What a great analogy. I was comparing this whole thing to injury before, but only focusing on the differences. When I had a broken shoulder the path to healing was clear, and took time. I hadn't thought about the similarities, so this is a really helpful thought process for me! The severe restrictions of the diet will go on for at least a few weeks, but probably months; but, you are right, there will be a time when I will be able to eat a greater variety of things.

Well, the feeling's not quite gone yet, but your thoughts are helping. Please keep them coming!

Hugs and butterflies,
~T~

ps - Koala, if you PM me your email address I'll add you to my pictures list - I send a picture out to a list of people virtually every day.