Hi everyone on this beautiful Saturday! The weather is much better than I’d expected yesterday that it’d be. It’s partly cloudy but warm and dry. I like it.
Today, I’m joining #WeekendCoffeeShare again. I just had my afternoon coffee, as seems common when I write these posts. However, I’m pretty sure there’s still some coffee left. Let’s have a drink and let’s catch up.
If we were having coffee, firstly I’d share that I finally went to Lobith last weekend. It was good being there. As I mentioned yesterday, we got pizza (takeout). Other than that, we just chillaxed. Is that even a word?
If we were having coffee, I’d share that I texted my sister on Monday. She’d called me last week because her daughter had been referred to the orthopedic doctor for a leg length difference (her left leg is shorter than her right leg). Apparently, my niece also used her left leg less than her right. My sister wanted to know about the reasons I wear (or should wear) an AFO. I explained about the fact that I had a brain bleed and it’s from that, without mentioning cerebral palsy of course as my parents never mentioned that to me even though I’m pretty sure that’s what it’s called.
As it turns out, my niece has mild hip dysplasia and will be seen by a child orthopedic specialist in Amsterdam someday. Please all pray that the wait won’t be too long. My niece is nearly two-years-old, so it’s pretty late for corrective wear or so I’ve been told.
If we were having coffee, I would tell you that I’ve been doing quite well over the past week. I have mostly felt able to cope with my current situation okay. On Thursday, a fellow client was screaming for almost an hour on end. She does this every once in a while, yet for the first time I didn’t have an impulse to run away. I did get a little threatening towards the client, but the staff were able to calm me down.
If we were having coffee, I’d tell you I have been rather crafty of late again. I didn’t finish many projects, but I did practise polymer clay a lot. I also did make a melt and pour soap and massage oil for my friend who lives a few care homes down the road from me. It was her birthday yesterday. I came by at around 10:30AM to give her her presents and was invited to sit down in her garden for coffee and apple crumble. This was really nice.
If we were having coffee, lastly I’d share that tomorrow, I’m going to Ikea with my one-on-one to buy some new furniture for my room. My dining/crafting table is rather wobbly on its legs, so I want a new one. I also want a new second chair for my staff. My staff currently sit on a very clunky office chair with armrests, which for this reason can’t be pushed under the table. I want one similar to my own chair. I’m pretty sure I’ll be successful at finding both a desk or table and a chair. I’m also going to look at a mini fridge, as you may remember I wanted to buy one for in my room too. I don’t intend on actually buying it at Ikea, but I want to take a look at what it’s like so that I know if I have the right picture in my mind. Then I want to order it online next month when I get some extra money with my benefits.
How have you been?
A Multitude of Musings 
Sounds like a really positive week. We are all sending prayers to your niece and we’re sure all will be okay. Have fun at Ikea!!!
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Thanks for the prayers for my niece. They’re much appreciated. I’ll certainly have fun at Ikea.
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I hope you’re have a relaxing weekend
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Yes, I am, thank you. Hope you have a nice weekend too.
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Thanks my friend
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Sounds like you had a lovely week. Love the word chillaxed, I’ve done a bit of that today too!
Sending lots of positive vibes to your niece, I hope she gets the treatment that she needs.
Have a lovely rest of the weekend. x 😊
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Thanks so much for the positive vibes for my niece. I hope you have a wonderful and chillaxing rest of the weekend.
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I really enjoyed reading about your week. It sounds like a great one. I hope you find everything you need at Ikea. Thank you for the coffee.
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You’re so welcome. Yes, I’m pretty sure I’ll find most things I need there.
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Sounds like you had a busy week. Did you find your furniture yet? Sorry to hear about your little niece. I was born with a defective hip, had surgery at 3 yrs old. I still have one leg a wee bit shorter, about 1/4 inch… Doesn’t bother me. I think your niece will be okay. I’ll keep her in my prayers, too.
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Thank you for sharing your experience, that’s so comforting to know. I’m pretty sure my niece will be okay indeed.
No, I haven’t been to Ikea yet. I did look online and saw some things I may like, but of course it remains to be seen whether they have them at the store I’ll be going to.
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“We” prayed for you today. 🙂
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Oh thanks so much! That makes me feel so grateful.
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Good luck with your shopping, does sound like you’ve been busy in a chillax way 🙂 Most impressive you didn’t need to run, you are getting more tolerant, take care!
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Thank you for the supportive words. Yes, it was definitely a breakthrough moment that I didn’t feell the urge to run.
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well done, that’s a huge achievement!
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Thank you for saying that. 🙂
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you are most welcome 🙂
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Glad to hear you had a good week. Best wishes to your niece. Have fun shopping and thank you for linking up with #weekendcoffeeshare.
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Thanks so much. Yes, I’m pretty sure I’ll enjoy my shopping trip. Too bad the restaurant is still closed due to COVID.
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chillaxed….definitely a word and if not it should be!
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LOL, I agree. Thank you for stopping by.
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Sounds like a fun week past and upcoming. IKEA is fun, but I try to stay out of them because I’m going to want something that I don’t have room for.
Have gobs of fun.
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Gobs of fun? Haha, I’d never heard that expression. I don’t personally like going to Ikea, but it was okay this time. Thanks for visiting.
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