Awake and up all night

I think returning to work will give you a boost, Jamie, so all good hon.

When OH had a stroke, 3 years ago, he took a phased return and it worked out pretty well, although some memory issues remained. It was a total no go after his cancer, but we're both very happy with his early retirement now as the pressure's off. He's too incapacitated for what he once did for a living, and at 61 he's only a few years off official retirement, besides which I want him under my watch - and mollycoddling!

Like yourself, I love hearing about our friends' lives and what makes them tick, so Uki mustn't think his posts are mundane as I love them! We've also sussed that Rose, Julie and many others are sassy and determined, and we feed off those traits. And you all send wonderful photos of adorable furries! Love it!

Get plenty of rest in before your return to the daily grind, Jamie. Love and hugs sweetheart xxx

Jamie696 said:

I am finally planning my return to work 1st May. Been cleared by occy health doctor today and can start my phase return. So be nice to get back to getting up in the morning and doing something normal as such. 

Good news, good luck.

H 

Morning all 

We've been busy for the last few days, fence and shed painting.

My sister & her husband are coming down from Yorkshire to visit for a few days. My sister seems to be having memory issues, I noticed it a couple of years ago, just little things like forgetting where she'd left her handbag. I've not seen her since our daughter's wedding last July so I'll see how she's doing, my other sister is worried about her too. 

Loving the cat pics.

H 

Morning Helen  

Is that your sister who lives in Castleford? Sorry to hear about her memory problems love, but hopefully they're age-related and not something more concerning. A good blast of sea air, and your company, should give her a lift.

Well done for getting the outdoor work finished - you've reminded me our shed door needs a couple of coats. Thank goodness the rest of it is brick as I'm rubbish with a paint brush! 

Have a lovely day doll xxx

Hi Gill

It is my sister from Castleford, the worry is that my Dad died of vascular dementia and her husband seems to be ignoring the issue. He spends most of his time in his garage and she's then on her own a lot. They've not had kids and there's no other family close by. 

We've not quite finished the painting but there's not much left to do.

I hope you have a good day.

H 

Thanks Helen. I didn't want to mention dementia, but thought it would be on your mind. Maybe you could persuade her to make an appointment with her GP? With your DiL being one herself, she could offer some suggestions perhaps.

It's such a worry when close relatives live far away and we're concerned for their health, but good luck when they visit and see what you can do lovey. xxx

Looked at my beautiful wife's face this morning and just cried. Couldn't stop it even though I didn't think it was good for her to see 

Not the response you want from your partner.

You're human and it's a tough journey.  Don't be too hard on yourself. Sending hugs xx

Morning our kid  

I agree with Julie, although I get how emotive it can be, looking at and thinking about your OH and the melancholy thoughts. Hey, I still creep upstairs when OH's sleeping to check he's still breathing! It's a habit I can't break.

Try to think of nice things, which I'm sure your lovely wife will appreciate xxx