Most of this is a follow-up from yesterday’s entry, so if you haven’t read that one, go back a day…
Shitty Kitty: Y’all. Poor stinky, poopy butt Frederick’s daddies got home yesterday and bathed him and took him to the vet today. Vet said all ok…he was just freaking stressed out beyond belief that his daddies left him for a long weekend. All is well and the guys are taking me to brunch on Sunday to thank me for taking care of their baby. I’m happy that they are not mad!
Bro Birthday: Talked with mom yesterday and told her my thoughts. I told her that I thought that everyone was upset with me, but again…it’s NOT about me! I’m clearly very sensitive about the fact that I can’t hang like I used to, but mom said that they were the opposite of mad at me - they were concerned. I haven’t talked to bro because we just don’t seem to chat like that anyway, but mom was absolutely good with everything. I do need to talk with my dad because he just seems a little irrational lately. I love him dearly, but he’s just getting old. Daddy’s Day is coming up. I have some thoughts for him.
Dr. D: I’ve decided that you guys are right. I saw something posted on Instagram (I think) the other day, and it definitely rings true in this (and every) scenario: “If he likes you, you’ll know. If he doesn’t, you’ll be confused.” How perfect is that, eh? I would still like to be friends with him, but I’m letting this longing for him to be my boyfriend go. I know that my feelings became so much stronger when he literally saved my life, but it’s become very clear that he’s not into me in that way, so I have to loosen my grip completely.
CD: He’s still around - just not physically. He’s still traveling, now in Paris with his kids. They are on a very important family trip and I’m hearing from him occasionally. He’s sending some pics and videos and asking how I’m doing. I’m glad we’re having this little break for a while. I’m feeling better and better. Maybe we can have a really good date when he’s back?
Plant-Based: I’m shifting my diet. [Athena] recommended this book - How Not to Die, and I’m eating it up (ha!). The bottom line is, what you put in your body can make or break you. There is a method of eating that can be medically preventative and can keep you balanced. I have been having my first few meatless days and I’m loving it. No, I’m not going vegetarian or vegan - I’m still going to include meat proteins in my diet…but I’m cutting them waaaaay back. I mean, WAY back. I really like it so far and will expound on this in my health update book, I’m sure.
Body/Exercise: I’m still only walking. And yes, I’m still walking a lot. I’m averaging probably 7 miles a day (and this is while working full-time). This is the only exercise I’ve done since the carotid artery dissection, and it’s keeping me alive, I know. I have a lot to say about exercise. I’m in support groups for my issue, and in reading some others’ experiences, I believe this will more than likely be my new normal. I’m getting close to 15 lbs down since my injury. I actually look so much better than when I was working out SO HARD at Orangetheory. I will expound on this as well, but the bottom line is, I was bulking up while trying desperately to slim down! It makes sense. Too bad I nearly killed myself doing this.
OK…I need to get back to work. Just wanted to give you the quick updates!
xox,
GS
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