I always hope that when I write this word of the week post, I will be able to choose a positive word. Unfortunately, that’s not reality all of the time and I do like to be honest when sharing, as much as I can be. This week’s word is difficult.
At the weekend we got some difficult news regarding extended family that I can’t share as it’s not my story to tell. I know it’s annoying when people don’t fully disclose but I can’t really explain the tone of the week without mentioning it.
Some difficult conversations were had and some difficult truths were faced. Nothing can be resolved at the moment so all we can do is offer our love and support.
There were a lot of difficult tasks on my to-do list this week, some things that should have been done last week. This normally wouldn’t be a problem but my health hasn’t been great this week. I pushed myself on Wednesday and did far too much meaning I had to spend the whole day in bed on Thursday.
I’m usually quite good at pacing myself and taking plenty of time to rest. For some reason, I didn’t listen to my brain or my body this week. I think I’ve mentioned before but it’s been difficult to come to terms with having chronic illnesses. I’m someone who loves keeping busy.
I’m ready to draw a line under this difficult week and plan for a much better one next week.
The Good Stuff
Of course, some good things happened this week too. Jake won a little prize at school for his sentence formation. Daisy was able to ride her bike to school again now all the snow and ice had gone.
I had a few small prizes arrive. I finished a book and started another and watched some good shows on TV.
I’m looking forward to a relaxed weekend with the family and a much better week next week.
I’m linking up with Anne from Raisie Bay for Word of the Week.
So sorry it has been a difficult week. The family stuff sounds tough. I hope it is resolved eventually. Sending love and hugs. I am glad you had some good things happen too. x
Oh dear I hope the family situation can be sorted out. Sometimes all you can do is be there. I hope next week is better for everyone.
Oh, I’m sorry you’ve had a difficult week. I hope things get sorted for your family. And the fact you have to deal with chronic illnesses, no doubt the stress has added to this.
Well done to Jake for his school prize and for your little wins too.
Sending massive hugs to you. I hope this week is a kinder one. xx
Sometimes these family issues work themselves out, I really hope this is the case. I know what you mean about over exerting yourself. You sound like me, when something bad happens I can’t relax I just keep working and doing way more stuff than I should and end up paying for it later. I haven’t had a good week…you should see how clean my kitchen is! I have a love it hate it feeling when I finish a book. It’s always good to start the next one though. Keep relaxing and I hope things get better soon x
Well done Jake!
I know exactly what you mean when you’ve had bad news that’s impacted your days and week but you can’t really disclose it. I hope that in the long run all will be well and that you have brighter and more positive days to look forward to. Spring is coming! And that brings hope.
So sorry that you’ve had a difficult week and hope that things improve soon with the family situation. Well done to Jake on his prize at school and lovely that Daisy can ride her bike to school again. Hope that this week is a better one for you. #WotW