Health and the Dread
On a personal note, my recovery is continuing well. I genuinely feel I'm getting stronger, and I’ve been able to start full-time hours at work, though I’m still easing back into full duties.
However, alongside the physical healing, I'm dealing with something else: a feeling of dread is slowly enveloping me. Having navigated this space before, I recognise the symptoms all too well. This time, I’ve made sure to come clean and talk about it with Morticia. Having that open conversation is a huge help in getting to grips with it.
The Festive Hurdle
The issues caused by my recovery mean the festive shopping still has some way to go.
It’s also meant missing out on the work night out. If I’m honest, I’m not all that fussed; I only planned to pop down for an hour or two anyway. More disappointing is the uncertainty hanging over my annual get-together with my best friend, Ian. I’m really not sure if I'm going to be able to make that happen this year.
In other news, I have submitted my claim to recoup my losses to the driver of the car that hit me, processing it via my cycling association, Cycling UK. It’s probably going to be a slow process, but we’ll wait and see how it progresses.
Nostalgia and the End of a Tradition
Last year, I reluctantly abandoned my long-standing tradition of reviewing the upcoming festive telly. Since I was a child, the arrival of the bumper double issue Radio Times was a seasonal signal, but the cost of the publication has become a genuine barrier. I even tried a cheaper publication, but it simply wasn't the same.
In truth, the overall quality of Christmas television has waned in recent years. I find myself relying more and more on re-runs and pure nostalgia. Given this, I don't foresee me reintroducing that feature anytime soon.
Except.... my best friend, Ian, messaged me to show that he had bought the said bumper issue and now I find myself consider it, mainly so we can have those telly conversations.
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Glad to hear you're healing well and back at work. Wishing you all the best in keeping The Dread at bay, my friend.
ReplyDeleteIt's an ongoing battle but I have good alies. Thank you as always for your kind words.
DeleteAn accident can change one's life in a moment and cause a lot of uncertainty. Hope you'll soon feel better both physically and otherwise.
ReplyDeleteIt was a worrying initially, being incapacitated and then limited is hard, thank you for your good wishes.
DeleteDear friend, I hope that you continue to heal! I had a work accident in 2017 and I broke my wrist in two places. I was 50 years of age and hadn't broken anything in my life...until that day. I got surgery and a full cast for 3 months and was off work for 8 months. I totally can relate. I am glad I am retired now.
ReplyDeleteTake good care of yourself.
I'm not rushing anything even though some are telling me I should have taken longer off work.
DeleteI used to love the Radio Times double issue. I think it was last year I bought a copy - and then didn't even open it all over Christmas. Christmas viewing used to be exciting but now we have the ability to see whatever we want whenever we want to. As long as I can find The Good Life Christmas Special I'll be okay.
ReplyDeleteI'm the same, was always a tradition but its become very expensive when we don't watch TV in the same way anymore. I always watch the Likely Lads Christmas Special but I have it on DVD so don't need to look for it.
DeleteAlso very glad you're talking about your issues. I'm finally, after 40-odd years, beginning to tell Husband when I'm going into a dark place rather than carry it all by myself.
ReplyDeleteAlmost 15 years ago I had a breakdown after a traumatic family time, it took me a long time to get through that but I always know now when things begin to get on top of me and make a point of telling my wife who listens and let's me get my head straight.
DeleteIf Morticia asks what you want for Christmas why not say, "The Radio Times" as well as a visit to Sheffield Cathedral - just because it is one of this city's most important public buildings. While you are there, you could treat yourself to some nice homemade soup and a roll - not cheap at £5.80 but at least all profits are going to a good cause.
ReplyDeleteWe did plan to go to the Christmas Market but that didn't happen because of my back, maybe one day I'll pop in to the cathedral one day. I've already had my gift this year, some dog walking boots.
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