tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post6555148653183004535..comments2023-11-05T09:33:58.583+00:00Comments on Nuts in May: Stress BustersMaggie Mayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06183886005936250976noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-21671759346696827452013-03-09T21:57:12.611+00:002013-03-09T21:57:12.611+00:00I hope things have taken an uptick since this post...I hope things have taken an uptick since this posting. I'm saying a prayer as soon as I post this.Suldoghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07778845367184916684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-65662452247125806202013-03-09T14:21:35.547+00:002013-03-09T14:21:35.547+00:00I can only imagine how stressful it all seems for ...I can only imagine how stressful it all seems for you at times, Maggie, with all that you must cope with. I've always been so impressed with how you handle it all. I think you have some excellent stress relief techniques, including just spending time with the grandchildren. I find that time spent with mine usually involves a lot of laughter, which is one of the best stress busters of all.<br /><br />Wish I could sit and knit with you, so you could help me correct all the mistakes I make:)Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01384059342847120951noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-3190623268763958432013-03-07T15:27:48.003+00:002013-03-07T15:27:48.003+00:00I understand how you feel about putting Harry unde...I understand how you feel about putting Harry under more stress than he needs. You have beautiful grandchildren to carry through this and it sounds like you always make the most of their visits. <br /><br />I used to knit with my nana but I wasn't very good at it. I'm all fingers and thumbs and dropped so many stitches!<br /><br />CJ xAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-76219126660950308452013-03-07T08:51:35.772+00:002013-03-07T08:51:35.772+00:00Sorry to hear of Harry's issues -the medical p...Sorry to hear of Harry's issues -the medical problems of his own as well as his twin brothers. <br />But, that you are able to get a tad of stress relief via the knitting -now that, I find very good news. I'm currently on a self-imposed hiatus from the embroidery work I normally have myself embroiled in and lately, I've been on a kick of knitting and/or crocheting! Both tend to relax me in a different way that does the embroidery. Plus, the fact that I have a cause I'm knitting for -items for my now 5-week-old great-granddaughter! So far, I've made her a knitted hooded sweater and a little pair of baby socks and I'm currently working on crocheting another baby blanket too. (I made one about 2 weeks ago -just a big multi-color granny square -but made my step-granddaughter -little Lola's mother -loved it even though the colors were pretty vivid and bright, not the normal pastel shades most folks use in baby blankets and such! The only drawback to the knitting and crocheting being taken up again is that I can't resist buying more yarns -none of which I really NEED because I have oodles of yarns, just not in the type called for to use in the patterns I want to make up for Lola! LOL Can't win syndrome there, I guess, isn't it?<br />Peace and keep teaching the girls those needle crafts!Jenihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16425701332785470116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-16255073578539432012013-03-05T00:38:48.949+00:002013-03-05T00:38:48.949+00:00I taught both my sons to knit when they were littl...I taught both my sons to knit when they were little, but I don't suppose they could do it now. But I have 3 grandsons and a granddaughter .... not old enough yet, but I'll try to teach them when they get old enough.Shammickitehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11969803866899076638noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-46284138166829847532013-03-04T00:35:45.389+00:002013-03-04T00:35:45.389+00:00Oh boy - you really have a lot on your plate and I...Oh boy - you really have a lot on your plate and I'm sorry. You shouldn't feel even a second's guilt for needing time on your own to re-group. Secret Agent Womanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07564690116156754219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-58018813957286329202013-03-03T21:33:50.456+00:002013-03-03T21:33:50.456+00:00This post brings back memories of my own caregiver...This post brings back memories of my own caregiver days. It's not an easy road to travel. But we do it with love. I'm glad you got to sit in the sun for a while and just soak up those warm, wonderful healing rays. I do that too when I can.<br /><br />And walking. Just putting one foot in front of the other and see where I end up. That's my best stress-buster.<br /><br />Teaching your grands to knit takes so much patience - I've only just started with one of my grands and it's not for the faint of heart. So many mistakes, but when I think back, it was the same when my mother taught me.<br /><br />I take my hat off to you Maggie. These are indeed difficult days and I am keeping you and Harry in my thoughts and prayers.<br />Oh - love the tree pic!<br />HugsWendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14788733654505792266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-77768532359178103042013-03-03T17:17:47.281+00:002013-03-03T17:17:47.281+00:00Ah Maggie, you have such a lot on your plate, my t...Ah Maggie, you have such a lot on your plate, my thoughts are with you and yours.... hugs xxxxFeltByRaehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09259936213524678492noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-7741615856938107242013-03-03T11:59:35.297+00:002013-03-03T11:59:35.297+00:00You have a lot on your plate at the moment Maggie ...You have a lot on your plate at the moment Maggie so taking a little time out for yourself is a good thing to do. A walk in the fresh air is a great stress buster and will do you good. xAkelamaluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11234268568845148285noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-56885933928614542772013-03-03T06:45:18.913+00:002013-03-03T06:45:18.913+00:00I'm so sorry to read about all the trials you ...I'm so sorry to read about all the trials you are dealing with. I agree with Rosaria, you do need to take care of yourself, take time outs...to be able to cope, to keep from getting ill yourself. Been there, done that...and I was ill for almost 2 years, due entirely to stress dealing with family issues, illness...not the same but still chronic stress that took it's toil on me physically.<br /><br />You are in my thoughts, sending lots of hugs. <br /><br /><br />NEVER feel guilty to have time for yourself. You deserve it and you need it. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-22055069298612678172013-03-03T04:17:53.021+00:002013-03-03T04:17:53.021+00:00Knit. Read. Walk. I hope things look up for you an...Knit. Read. Walk. I hope things look up for you and your life sorts out a bit so that you can do these things.<br /><br />I also sneak into a hot bath with scent and read a book until I am waterlogged and the water cools. <br /><br />Sending hugs!MARY Ghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13178370815712313585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-77149783332961947822013-03-02T21:41:21.713+00:002013-03-02T21:41:21.713+00:00Hello Maggie
My Mum often used to say 'Fresh a...Hello Maggie<br />My Mum often used to say 'Fresh air and Sunshine' along with Knitting for her were the best things in the world to relieve stress. Didn't often agree with her but on this one I do lol<br /><br />Hilary has the right idea when she mentions 'those are the best walks'. Sometimes for me going down a road already travelled isn't as invigorating as an unknown one - has its problems at times but then no more than the present ones lol<br /><br />Lets hope you get a bit more help - for the both of you but especially for you Maggie. You derve it!!<br />Take care<br />Cathy <br /><a href="http://cranethie.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow"><br />Cathy @ Still Waters</a><br />Cathyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09487589871746402154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-66749548978122990292013-03-02T20:06:13.774+00:002013-03-02T20:06:13.774+00:00It's hard to stop ourselves from feeling guilt...It's hard to stop ourselves from feeling guilty, but you have no reason to feel that you. You are doing far more than can be expected of one person. <br />I hope you can have many more minutes in the sunshine and that you can find ways to feel peaceful. Your burdens are heavy ones right now, and those shoulders deserve space to relax.dianefaithhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07229979968118248563noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-30668181112089101612013-03-02T19:47:22.013+00:002013-03-02T19:47:22.013+00:00I have to agree with Rosaria. If during particular...I have to agree with Rosaria. If during particular times, you need to get out and look after your own spirit, you need to be able to take that time. I'm so sorry that Harry and his brother are struggling. There's no doubt that in order to look after him, you need to be able to attend to your own needs.<br /><br />"decided to leave the house not knowing where I was going to end up"<br />Sometimes, those are the best walks.<br /><br />I relieve my own stress by walking, taking photos and working on those photos. I need to be outside and notice nature. I think that's essential to all of us. <br /><br />I wish I could give you a hug. Hilaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12787493532006658679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-87027411102387058452013-03-02T18:41:35.969+00:002013-03-02T18:41:35.969+00:00Maggie I have only known you briefly through this ...Maggie I have only known you briefly through this blog but you and Harry are most definitely in my thoughts and prayers.<br /><br />~KeithOptimistic Existentialisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11507986337866049924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-30040614039469907962013-03-02T18:15:43.087+00:002013-03-02T18:15:43.087+00:00Isn't it possible, through some kind of progra...Isn't it possible, through some kind of program, for you to get help in the household? It doesn't seem right that you should also be running that by yourself. You know how I feel about you taking care of your grand kids. I think too much is being asked of you. Take care of yourself, Maggie. xoxIrenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05043376053971475659noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-23333697879146689292013-03-02T17:47:00.566+00:002013-03-02T17:47:00.566+00:00so cool on practicing knitting with the grands.......so cool on practicing knitting with the grands....i am rather fond of the knitted graffiti too so i hope they continue to leave it...we had a few days of sun this week...those rays felt rather good as if spring were coming....in the midst of everything that walk was probably very good for you....Brian Millerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00722940075884718007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-20305953358067195092013-03-02T17:10:31.052+00:002013-03-02T17:10:31.052+00:00Like you, I walk, Maggie.
I'm glad that you ar...Like you, I walk, Maggie.<br />I'm glad that you are getting out and doing this. It is relaxing to your mind and is good for you, too.<br />I remember the tree that you photographed. So good to see it again.<br />Lovely that your Granddaughters are learning to knit. Beautiful Grandmother you are to help them. They will learn to relax their stitches...in time.<br />So sorry to read about Larry; I have been continuing to pray for him. I will continue to do that. <br />Seeing that Harry can't have relief with the hydrocephalus because of the chemo, my prayer is that God will continue to take care of him through these treatments...praying that the treatments will do what they are supposed to do and that dear Harry will feel relief soon from the treatments and from the hydrocephalus. You are a wonderful and loving caregiver. It is natural to feel the pent up worries. May God continue to give you the strength and the patience that He has so greatly blessed you with. You are a wonderful wife, Grandmother, Sister and Sister in law. I hug you and send you an extra hug today...for good measure.<br />Love you much!<br />JackieJackiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01214796594702277709noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-57443285869670204522013-03-02T16:51:12.692+00:002013-03-02T16:51:12.692+00:00Rosaria is right. If you are going to be any help,...Rosaria is right. If you are going to be any help, you must first think of yourself.<br /><br />Your granddaughters' knitting sounds like mine. My entire kindergarten at St. George's primary school was spent knitting under the tutelage of a Mrs. Wilson, the headmistress. Crooked scarves were her specialty. A few years ago I thought I would revive my skills to knit for my grandchildren. My daughter decided to learn and within three weeks she was better than I had ever been. I hope you find comfort in your knitting.<br />Beryl Amenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17434257277408290473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-61496579560877890512013-03-02T16:45:12.505+00:002013-03-02T16:45:12.505+00:00Maggie, sorry to read that things are difficult ag...Maggie, sorry to read that things are difficult again. I think getting out, even for a short while, is really good. I find walking great too, especially in nature, and your park does look lovely. Maybe 2 shorter walks in the day would work for you?<br />Are you taking on too much with the grandchildren? I know it's lovely to see them, but minding children is hard work.<br />I hope things ease a little soon..<br />Mimihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08100985140335023467noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-69947547260777524262013-03-02T16:30:39.439+00:002013-03-02T16:30:39.439+00:00My mom went through chemo; Obviously hard for anyo...My mom went through chemo; Obviously hard for anyone who's doing it, but also for the caregivers, bless them.Along These Lines ...https://www.blogger.com/profile/11227702789184973335noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-17223902829179006642013-03-02T16:23:23.040+00:002013-03-02T16:23:23.040+00:00Hi Maggie. I don't know how you do all you do....Hi Maggie. I don't know how you do all you do. What others do? First, they face the reality openly with the their children, letting them know that what expect you to do is too much right now. <br /><br />I had to tell my daughter I could no longer dog-sit whenever she wanted me to. She was disappointed, thought hard about it, and eventually found a solution that did not include me all the time.<br /><br />You need to care for YOURSELF in order to be of any help to anyone else, and to keep from getting sick yourself. <br /><br />Hope you work this out.Rosaria Williamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03133147851332084180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3573997081449536840.post-33478889117233940572013-03-02T16:12:02.001+00:002013-03-02T16:12:02.001+00:00I'm keeping you and Harry in my prayers. Walki...I'm keeping you and Harry in my prayers. Walking has always been my best stress buster. I have to take more shorter walks these days but it really does help. I think you are amazing.Celiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14485118642482033233noreply@blogger.com