A Humid Monday and a Roller Coaster of Emotions
Today was Monday, and for the first time in a long while, I woke up by myself at 6 AM. As I let the dogs outside, the day started with a wave of unease that I understood as soon as I opened the door. The humidity hit me like a wall, forcing me to shut the door almost immediately after the dogs got out. It had rained again during the night; the concrete was still wet, and a few drops fell from the deck onto my forehead. A Morning of Mixed News At 10 AM, I had an appointment with the vision doctor. The news was a blend of good and bad. I got a new prescription, but the doctor confirmed that my optical nerves are damaged, a condition known as optical neuritis. He saw dead nerves that couldn't be revived but was pleased to note that the thin nerves hadn't become thinner. In fact, they were a bit thicker than last time, which was a small victory. Dealing with Deliveries and Fatigue When I returned home, I found a package for my kids had been delivered, but it was missing one of the ...