Celebrate the routines

I'm wrapped in  a fleece "blanket" with a cat on top, a routine occurrence for me. The cat is a little bit peeved that I am not giving her my undivided attention. My daily routine is to rest my back, sometimes with a cold pack included. Lately, the pinched nerve in my lower back has been affecting my left hip enough that I'm being referred to a pain management doctor for a cortisone injection. It will mean a day at home for me, as I will have "light anesthesia." Well, light anesthesia for me typically means I'm completely out. And difficult to reawaken. Part of me wants to say, "I'm okay, no need to get a shot" and part of me wants to be rid of this disability. My neurologist will easily give me an application for a handicapped permit, but I'm also holding off on that. My disability is an on-and-off type of status. I challenge myself to do all that I am physically able to do while keeping balance. 

Why "Celebrate the routines"? Well, there are days that I am unable to do those things that are routine--loading and emptying the dishwasher, for example. Yesterday, I felt well enough to load and unload the washer and dryer--albeit, using a step stool to reach the bottom of the washer! My DH usually does the bulk of the household chores, and he appreciates any help I can give. So, we both were able to celebrate yesterday!

May you also celebrate the routine today.

God bless you!