Friday 31 January 2014

Keeping calm, carrying on


It's the last day of January and it's going out with a bang (well, a downpour). I know a lot of people hate January; I'm not a big fan either but I started this year in a super optimistic frame of mind.

Without wishing to be all cryptic I did mention that things are a bit stressful at the moment. Basically my mum recently found out all was not right health-wise and she starts treatment in hospital next week. It's a difficult time as information has been minimal and I absolutely refuse to start Googling or looking things up on Wikipedia.

It's also one of those situations where you need to know what's going on but at the same time you're fearful of what you may be told.

So yes, the answer is (to use that ubiquitous phrase) to Keep Calm and Carry On. I have Joe to take care of. He's possibly the best distraction anyone could ask for.

And although it may seem odd to talk about trivial little things on this blog - what we're eating, reading, where we're visiting, what I've seen - it does actually help. I don't intend to write about the bad stuff that's going on in my life right now. My blog isn't a confessional, it's where I share things I enjoy posting about. These past few weeks have been trying for all of us and I don't feel full of the joys. But life is all about ups and downs, highs and lows.

So while I'm glad to see the back of January, I'm facing the next few months with trepidation. My mum's insisted we all just get on with things and that's what I plan to do. That and hope for the best. Because her problem was spotted early and she's going to get good care, which is more than many people get.

In the meantime we're being kind to one another and doing what she says we should: getting on with our lives and taking things as they come. This weekend we have a few family bits planned, meeting up with my parents then later on visiting Jay's auntie for Sunday lunch. I'm also planning to try and fit in some creative time and to finish my book ready for February's read...

And I'll still be here, posting and Carrying On as usual.

Sarah.

18 comments:

  1. Good wishes to you and your family.

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    1. Thank you! We heard good news yesterday so already things feel so much more positive.

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  2. You're wise not to google. The internet is full of rubbish. And your mum is right about just getting on with stuff as normal. It's hard not to worry but keep your chin up.

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    1. Thanks, Jayne. I learned my self-diagnosis lesson when pregnant, scared myself silly and got a good talking-to from the doctor. Won't be doing that again!

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  3. I'm sorry to hear of the worrying time you are all going through and sending my very best wishes to you.

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    1. Thanks so much. Things are now becoming clearer and it seems that after some (unpleasant but necessary) treatment and regular monitoring she should be fine x

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  4. Strange hearing myself referred to as 'Jay's auntie', makes me feel really old!!!! Looking forward to lunch and a catch up :)

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    1. Us too! I've been looking forward to it for ages... and it'll be nice to have a bit of toddler-free time to actually hold a proper conversation!

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  5. So pleased to read that things are looking a wee bit more positive for your mum Sarah, it's always a worrying time when the people we love have health related stresses. Sounds like you are making all the wise decisions and stay away from googling it can be so destructive. I work as a health professional and have to unpick loads of nonsense that my patients pick up from rubbish unvalidated websites.
    Joe is as you say a beautiful distraction, enjoy all those special moments x take care lovely and keep cosy x

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    1. Thanks, Penny! I don't know much about radiotherapy or it's side effects but the main thing is the problem's treatable and was caught in good time. We'll just take the next few months as they come and be grateful for that.
      I'm one of those people whose imaginations can dream up all kinds of scenarios so I tend to limit my internet research to AA Routefinder, Amazon and the odd recipe!
      I hope all's well with you. Have a wonderful February x

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  6. I'm sorry to hear that your mum's poorly - but glad to see from your comments that things are looking up and there's a plan in place. Always good to know more and see what's going to happen. I hope you're having a lovely family weekend and managing to squeeze in some reading time too. (I still have about 200 pages of my book to go - there was never any chance of me finishing it by Feb!) Thinking of you and yours and sending lots of happy, positive thoughts xxx

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  7. Thanks Helen! Yes, it's surprising how a bit of positive news can change things. Today's definitely feeling a lot brighter than yesterday...

    I've got a long way to go still with my book but hopefully should have finished it early next week. Then it's February's choice (not sure what I fancy just yet).

    Enjoy the rest of your weekend too. Saturday evening already... it goes by too fast!

    Sarah x

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  8. Hi Sarah, so sorry to hear about your Mum's health concerns but reading the comments it seems that things are looking up. Sending get well wishes to your Mum and I hope everything settles for you all very soon. Wishing you a lovely Sunday ... Bee xx

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    1. Hi Bee - Hope you had a lovely Sunday too. I know my mum reads the blog so no doubt has seen the lovely comments on these recent posts xx

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  9. So sorry to hear your mum is unwell, it sounds as though it's been stressful. But I'm really glad to hear things are more positive now. Thinking of you. x

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    1. Thank you! People have been lovely about what's been going on but yes, we're hopeful all will be OK. And I'm a stronger person because of it x

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  10. I'm so sorry to hear the news that your Mum is unwell. It's such a stressful time when your loved ones are ill. Here's hoping things settle soon and become a little less stressful. Thinking of you.
    Nx

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    1. Thank you! It's nice to receive so many nice messages - it really does help.
      S x

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