Hi - Another quick drive-by. The theme cracked me up and then I remembered I found it.
At least I'm consistent about it!
I am so ready to go home. My introvertedness is leaving me so tired with all the interaction, even though a lot of it has been good, apart from my MIL's emotional issues. Today, I went to Hobby Lobby and did some retail therapy
by myself. I didn't actually spend a lot of money, but I enjoyed wandering around looking at stuff. Tomorrow will be a day of packing and bank business (the former, me; the latter, DH). They will all go together to do this business which will leave me home alone. Yay!
My sister-in-law came back from her vacation and we had a talk about her mom's emotional issues. MIL's doctor of 40 years is retiring and next month, she will see the new doctor, who is supposed to be pretty good. My SIL will bring these issues up then and see what can be done. I've told all of them that their mom is suffering and something needs to be done. I don't know what it feels like, but I know she doesn't deserve to have this go on and on. I'm going to be sure to check in with my SIL before the doctor's visit and remind her to push to have her mom evaluated for anxiety and depression and whatever else the doctor can think of. Anxiety and depression run in the family and they have gotten so used to her issues that they haven't realized how bad it has gotten. It's probably good we were here.
Paula - You're back. I didn't see your trip summary, but I'll find out after we return. It sounds like your allergies were a bummer. My sister-in-law came back from her vacation and we had a talk about her mom's emotional issues. MIL's doctor of 40 years is retiring and next month, she will see the new doctor, who is supposed to be pretty good. My SIL will bring these issues up then and see what can be done. I've told all of them that their mom is suffering and something needs to be done. I don't know what it feels like, but I know she doesn't deserve to have this go on and on. I'm going to be sure to check in with my SIL before the doctor's visit and remind her to push to have her mom evaluated for anxiety and depression and whatever else the doctor can think of. Anxiety and depression run in the family and they have gotten so used to her issues that they haven't realized how bad it has gotten. It's probably good we were here. I'm sorry you suffered from these types of issues. It has to be so hard to live it and realize when it's time to get help.
Anita - Your heat wave gets here tomorrow and especially on Wednesday, the day we drive back. We've had a couple of beautiful days after the last heat wave, but it's ending.
Vantreesta - I'm sorry you suffered from these types of issues. It has to be so hard to live it and realize when it's time to get help.