rachylou, thank you so very much for the reminder. Wise words that help a lot. I know it, yet I don't always pay attention. And I don't always want to, frankly. I want to be in charge and have power over everything! Okay, not everything. But close. Our society is really good at perpetuating the myth that one can and should have power over one's illness (because it is often seen as personal weakness) and foibles.
Suz, that is a great question! I will carry that with me. Thanks so much.
Thank you, MaryK. I know, it never works. I was feeling the current limits of my wardrobe and having a bit of a meltdown. Time for some TLC.
cciele, yes, one step at a time, and steady as she goes. So glad to know I'm not alone. Thanks for your support!
ambergreen, walking is my favorite exercise. I've had to cut back because of the winter and then my knee, but as soon as I get my knee checked out and figure out what I can and can't do, I hope that my dog and I will be happily hitting the sidewalk again.
Peri, love your description of menopause. It's not always easy to find the center ground, but I'm feeling much better after reading such supportive comments. Thank you so much.
LACeleste, thanks for chiming in. I totally understand what you mean about the post title. It pains me now to read it, too. I suspect that winter finally being over will be helpful to me, especially mood-wise. I'm so looking forward to the meetup. I think that falls under "being good to myself!"
windchime, it is much more fun to exercise with a buddy. I do have some friends who would walk with me once or twice a week, and I have a blue-eyed Siberian Husky who has been gazing at me longingly in hopes of better, longer walks. He's actually a good exercise buddy. He never has an excuse. Now that I think about it, we've actually walked more this week than we have - even with my knee! Thank you.
Irene, you are so right, as I've stated above, and as rachylou and others have also said. Thank you for your supportive, wise words.
Thank you, everyone, for being so supportive and encouraging. I am so, so appreciative. You've helped me get started on rejigging my mindset. I feel a whole lot better than I did earlier. Also, I think I've got most of my wardrobe for the meetup figured out. Now if I could only wear my really cute shoes, but my knee says flats only. I'm good with that.