Pain
Today I woke up in a lot of pain. This cold weather mixed with two types of arthritis is not a good blend. I tried to do chores anyway, wanting to work on music but my hands are swollen so that is not going to happen. I did get laundry done and am homeschooling now. Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are unseen diseases...except for swollen joints. But it makes life hard. And it isn't a push through the pain type thing. That makes it worse. So if I seem quieter, or am absent from activities, or have to get up and move around, or leave early....I appreciate those who give me grace and prayers. Little things are hard ...unloading the dishwasher, cleaning the shower, sweeping and mopping. I am blessed that my son helps me with chores without complaining. Sometimes even talking on the phone hurts...because I have to grasp the phone. Or washing dishes by hand because I have to hold the dish. Or even sitt...
