When I retired from work, I thought life would get easier. And for a few months, it did. My migraines went almost completely away, I lost 20 pounds, I was more active than I’ve been since my early 20s, and my social life is busier than it’s been in years as well. And then my mom’s condition deteriorated, with falls now mandating trips to the ER at least once a week, temper tantrums where she’s breaking things and throwing them at other residents, and more. Yesterday she destroyed the television in her room (though honestly, there are times the news gets me so mad I’ve wanted to do that myself). It’s a tough line for her residence to follow… not enough medication and the violent behavior increases; too much medication and she’s groggy and falls more. There’s no easy solution, and on top of memory care we’re now paying for 1-on-1 care/supervision in the afternoon/early evening hours when she “sundowns.” I’m now on day 4 of a migraine, my body hurts, I’m short of breath, I’ve had to beg off some social engagements, the only physical activity I seem to be doing is golf (and yes, some will argue that’s not very physical, but in 90+ heat, it most definitely is!), and it’s taking me three to four times longer to create and post a blog. That said, I’m still living in paradise, and as my mom always said (back when she was my mom), “this too shall pass.” We all just have to knuckle down and get through it, hopefully with a smile! Sadly, I’m going to have to resign some of my sponsors, since it’s just not fair to them, and it’s just adding more stress for me. I sincerely hope they understand; I know some will, just as I know some may not. But rule number one for Second Life (at least for me and my inworld friends) has always been that real life comes first. I’ve just got to keep my head up, grin, and remember that in many, many, MANY respects, I’m in a better place than most, and everyone has to deal with troubling issues at different times in their lives. It seems that this is just one of those times. Sighs… well enough of this pity party, time to do some shopping!!!! Enjoy!
- Outfit: Skindustrial Bodyworks (SKBW) – Rumbera Dress. Sexy & fun, this little mini-dress comes in 5 stunning prints (available singly or in a fatpack), perfect for the hot weather! Rubera is sized for Slink HG/P, Tonic, Belleza F/I/V, Legacy, Kupra, Maitreya, & Classic M. EXCLUSIVELY available at the July round of Swank Event, July 7th – 31st, themed Tropical Island Heat. Demo available.
- Head & Eye Makeup: LeLUTKA – Nova Head (new 3.1 update)
- Body: Slink – Hourglass
- Skin: Nuve – Hope in EvoX
- Freckles: SAP Beauty – Beauty Marks/Moles
- Eyes: ARTE – Green Eyes
- Hair: Doux – Mecca
- Jewelry: Lapointe & BastChild – Boho Necklace & Earrings (gift from long ago)