Week Three

Things are going surprisingly well for me. I dropped down to 20 mg of Cymbalta yesterday. I am still watching my sugar and carb intake, but not as strictly as I did the first few days.

I was anticipating a lot more symptoms.  I can say that I am definitly irritable. My sleeping patterns are still on a rollercoaster.  I am not noticing any other changes.

I am still struggling with the soda craving.  It is a comfort food for me, so I'm sure that it is all mental.  I allowed myself to have one tonight, but not until after supper. I have been drinking a lot of hot tea, especially in the morning and for lunch. Evenings are a glass of iced tea and then water, or just water.

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving! I made a Pecan Pie this afternoon. It looks and smells so good. How do others do this during the holidays? We are having turkey, mashed potatoes, corn, sweet rolls. All those carbs that I wanted to eliminate from my diet. This must be why my Aunts always wanted people to take food home after hosting a family dinner.

Starting 2013

I am ready for the new year to start. I have taken most of December off to rest and reflect. My health seems to have improved in the process. Even with the cold weather setting in, I am experiencing less pain and have been able to do more.

I spent a week in Ohio with my family. It was good to see everyone during their everyday lives. It was an opportunity to communicate openly and get re-aquainted. I miss living close to my family more now than ever before.

I have started scheduling appointments for January. Everyone needs to relieve the holiday stress, myself included. I have a trade set up for this week. That limits this weeks availability, but there are still a few openings. Give me a call with your request.

I would also like to remind everyone to drink more water. During the winter months the air is drier and absorbs the moisture from our skin faster. Unfortunately we switch to hot drinks, which most contain caffeine, instead of increasing our water.

The weather here was not cooperative to allow me to enjoy the Full Cold Moon,also known as the Full Long Moon. I do hope that some of you were more fortunate. It is a great time to place your crystals outside for clearing negative energy.

I would like to wish everyone a blessed year. Remember, even if it's not from me, be sure to get a massage.