This online journal is like a long winding river which flows from a mountain peak, finding the path of least resistance as it travels back to its source, often running high and wild, other times still and almost dry. It has been a week since I have done significant writing of any type. For shame. This would be known as the "river is dry" period...
I was a good girl this week and rested, restoring my energy. I am getting better at managing my Hashimotos. However...
I am in menopause. TA DA. There, I said it. Actually I am glad, as I understand that often menopause allows the thyroid to return to normal function, so maybe I will get lucky...? This menopause thing is a new development. Will I be sad not to have more children? No, I love Brian and he fills my soul. Besides, obviously my thyroid problem made getting pregnant difficult these past 25 years.
Alas, FINALLY I am warm - let's throw a party. We can make tampon angels and burn them...
Felicita's memorial service was Saturday. We said our formal goodbyes to the end of an era. My niece leaves for Boulder Colorado August 15th. I wonder how much I will see these kids in the next 20 years....
La nostra pietra di paragone italiana e anddata.
C
