In which I talk about stuff and stuff
I’ve decided I need some time off from the blag this week. So I’m going to write a bunch right now and get them ready to post automagically.
It’s yet another time where I wonder at the need for doing a blag post every day. I’m feeling overwhelmed and stressed, so the best fix, as far as I can tell, is to take a break.
But: I have my audience. You guys. So, that is why I’m going to write a bunch up now. Because I care.
And then I can breathe easy!
My father died last year less than a month after we found out he had lung cancer. My father-in-law died in April, 7 months after we found out his brain cancer came back. But did I think about seeing a therapist?
Only fleetingly.
It was suggested to me (by my Mom and my husband) that I do. But I felt like I was doing fine.
Well, after the past couple of weeks, I called Uncle.
Edmund had a major manic episode, and that was truly the straw that broke the camel’s back. He is doing better, now. And since he is getting help, I am too. Goddess knows I needs it.
Today was my second visit, although I had misgivings last week, I think my new therapist will be good for me.
One thing she told me I could use breathing meditations to help alleviate anxiety, and I’m like: yes, the same ones EVERYONE else tells me to do (sorry Orion).
Now for some de-stressing. 😉
[If you are in the Portland, Maine area and need counseling quickly, I recommend the Community Counseling Center, they have a walk-in screening process and they were able to get me an appointment the next business day.]
I didn’t take a shower today.
Instead I slept in. Oh, and I did lots of other things: bought groceries, co-hosted a radio show in Kansas, made up lots of Salad-in-a-Jars for next week, drove Edmund to Portland.
Now I’m sitting in the parking lot, waiting for Ed to come out. The reason why I don’t want to go in? I didn’t take a shower today.
So we come full circle.
Hey, today was a good day. Especially given the past few weeks we’ve had. We got up and did some poetry funtimes, I had a nice nap, then we had a delicious dinner with friends on Orr’s Island: A beautiful place to spend on a Saturday evening.
I’ll take it.
Edmund is home, and has already started posting online again. What happened is mostly his story to tell, and for now anything I have to say will need to be vetted by him first (especially now.)
Rest assured that we are okay and things are getting better. And we had a good day today.
At the Unity Poetry slam with Eddie. We both scored out of the first round. On the other hand, we both are happy with our performances. So that’s good. Personally, it was my highest score at a slam, so I’m thrilled.
But it’s not about the score.
My pal Karina is on wife swap and I’m at my Mom’s house to watch it.
You should watch it!
I should just go to bed.
In other news, today had some good parts. That was nice.
I am grateful for my tribe, here in Maine and elsewhere.
Thanks to Pat and Trisha who both supported me through the last couple of weeks; Pat invited me over to her house, twice, and helped me get through some tough situations; and Trisha who showed up, twice, just when I needed her. Thanks to Gennyfer who was my cyber pal through all this, offering invaluable advice and insight. And thanks to my seership crew who supported me and Edmund emotionally and spiritually this past weekend. I am in a better mind-space because of you all.
I am also very grateful for my Mom, who is graciously helping me and Edmund in a big way: by cleaning/organizing our apartment AND doing our laundry. Above and beyond.
Still no details yet. Edmund is in a hospital, getting better. I suspect we will let you know what happened at some point. If you have any questions or concerns, or if you want to visit Edmund, please private message me. [My email is lannalee@gmail.com.]
From the lads who created The Internet is made of Cats, RatherGood Stuff.
Kitten chasing a ball of String:
This one always makes me chuckle, Agamemnon:
Ham:
Screw it, it’s Caturday, here’s The Internet Is Made of Cats:
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Have you seen my Caturday video yet? Here it is in its awesomeness (volume is loud, sorry):
Here ya go:
And some more:
That is all.
Kate Lounged with LannaLee and got a couch!
And because I didn’t have any proper lounges lined up for this week, I’m using the most recent LannaLee OnAir Experiment for this week’s episode.
LLL057 The LannaLee OnAir Experiment #001 Culture Shock
Enjoy!
This has been about the worst week in my life. And I am grateful for all the friends who have reached out to me in the past few days to offer their support and counsel. You know who you are.
Thank you.
Hey. I like this video:
Dealing with stuff but feel like I’m in limbo.
I need lol cats, STAT!
Wait, here is a silly video of geniusness:
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