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The importance of Pacing Ourselves

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Maggers
Maggers

How many of us overdo it when we feel we are having a good day. Here's a little reminder to pace ourselves

The sudden impulses punctuating everyday life – a distant memory

The deed not matching the thought

Every good intention ruined by the invisible sprite lurking inside me

Occasionally he sleeps and I sneak a little freedom

But he wakes and expects his pay back for such insolent behaviour

The crushing fatigue and numbness bring me to my knees

To the outside world I am a lazy work shy individual

For I was seen walking the dog yesterday and in the local shop

 enough evidence for the tittle tattle

But what of today. I will not be seen for Sprite has pinned me to my bed

 payback indeed.

 

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  • lisa52101
    lisa52101 Maggers

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    Great words Maggers and I know that feeling well. Someone once told me' at the point when you feel you can do one more thing, STOP!' 

    I try hard to bear that in mind and although it's difficult when I'm having a good day, she was right. It means I can continue to do little and often without the crushing fatigue hitting me so hard.

    its a far cry from working 10 hr days, raising 2children and competitive sports. I miss my old life but now I take the time to really appreciate what I have instead of rushing non stop.

    take good care?

    • Maggers
      Maggers lisa52101

      Posted

      So hard to stop when you are having a good day. I  know I had a super weekend but my dear old Sprite made me payback double. By Monday morning I was flat on my back. Trouble is on good days we try to make up for all the bad days and run around like things possessed trying to get all the chores done instead of taking it easy and doing a couple of things.   We know we shouldn't overdo it but hey oh that's women for you.
    • kaz_40
      kaz_40 Maggers

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      well put maggers yesterday I was rushing around like an headless chicken trying to get all house work done and washing up to date before we go away after lunch. guess what happened I was ill last night but Imso use to being on the go and rushing a round. Ive got to learn to pace my self or pay the price. Take care gentle hugs x
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