So much better
@GardenGerty (157555)
United States
May 2, 2016 11:48am CST
Like many others, I am tired of this chilly weather. My nose is cold, my body hurts and all I want to do is sleep. Or at least that was what I was wanting to do.
Instead, I ate lunch. I warmed up a bowl of chicken and rice and veggies. It has made me feel so much better.
I know when I am having a bad day physically that there are a few things that will help. One of those things is to put on more clothes. I did that. I have on a hoodie.
Next, it is good to get up and move. I am doing that periodically, sorting, moving, cleaning things. I have a shelf to finish assembling.
Eating a satisfying meal that warms you up is good too. That is what has made me feel a lot better today. My chicken with brown rice and mushrooms, onions and garlic tasted even better now than it did yesterday.
It is possible I will take a nap when I am done shuffling things around. That will be the final improvement for me.
So often we forget to take care of our selves and do the things we need to do. Self care is essential. Hope you are having a great day.
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@TiarasOceanView (70035)
• United States
2 May 16
It is important Heather to do so.
I am glad you will be able to possibly take a nap also.
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@TiarasOceanView (70035)
• United States
3 May 16
@GardenGerty Hope you got some good rest my friend.
@GardenGerty (157555)
• United States
2 May 16
The sun does peek out occasionally but I am seriously craving carbohydrates today. Buttered toast etc.
@GardenGerty (157555)
• United States
2 May 16
If we take care of the small problems they do not become bigger.
@Marilynda1225 (79731)
• United States
2 May 16
We're back to chilly weather here too and I have on socks & a sweatshirt to keep warm. The other day the windows were open and we had nice warm weather. Sounds like a good soup day for me today. Hope you get to take that nap and can rest a bit....you are right...we need to take care of ourselves
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@JudyEv (325809)
• Rockingham, Australia
3 May 16
Keeping warm is so important I think. I have nice fluffy socks on and my feet are no longer cold. Just that small fact makes me feel much better.
@andriaperry (116860)
• Anniston, Alabama
2 May 16
I agree! I am often putting others before myself and letting my health and time go.
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@peavey (16936)
• United States
2 May 16
This spell of wet and cold weather is very uncomfortable on my old bones! I have been huddling in a fluffy housecoat over my clothes, trying to stay warm. Hot tea helps, too. I made myself walk awhile ago to warm up.
You're right; self care is essential.
@scarlet_woman (23465)
• United States
3 May 16
i'm over the cold too..it's may for god's sake..
been raining lately here and it's making my arm hurt..that bone pain feeling.i'm ready for warm.
@marsha32 (6631)
• United States
2 May 16
While we were actually walking around the zoo I didn't notice too much being cold. It was when we were just standing or sitting that it hit me. Another year where I find myself wondering just when it's going to get warm and stay that way. At this rate I might get to put my coat in the closet for 2 months before I think I need to get it out again.
@shaggin (71666)
• United States
3 May 16
That is pretty much what I do when I am cold. I wrap myself in warm clothing and try to get things done like laundry and dishes etc. It helps warm me up and keep me awake when I am cold and tired.
@sueznewz2 (10409)
• Alicante, Spain
3 May 16
oohhh dear...sorry to hear it's still cold for you.... but sounds like you've got the right idea in keeping warm and looking after yourself. . 
@just4him (306266)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
2 May 16
I'm glad you're doing much better. My day so far is perfect. I couldn't be happier. My words returned home, and I'm writing again.
@CRK109 (14558)
• United States
2 May 16
Good soup like that is a great way to combat the cold, chilly weather and keep us healthy and warm. And hoodies are the best! I have a few of them and I love snuggling up in them. :) Feel much better soon, my friend!
