Every so often, the stars seem to align (or not) and it seems everything I say and do just seems to agitate the people I come in contact with. Whether I mean it or not, the simplest of interactions can burst into flames in mere seconds, and my words, well, let's just say they don't help matters much.I'm in such a funk these days and it feels like I'm annoying everyone. Joe says I'm not, but it sure feels that way sometimes. These are the days when I just realize that whatever vibes I'm putting out to the world are funky and messed up and the only solution is to hunker down.
And while I can take blame for how I choose to react to the weirdness that is circling me, why is it that the rest of the world can't spot that damn cloud over my head? Sheesh. Nearly everywhere I go, I encounter some frustration.
Hobbes must have sensed my off-kilter vibes as he climbed on my blanketed self on the couch last night. He lay on top me and spread out to sleep, forcing me to lie still and prone to the stars that betray me. I'm not sure it cured me, but it sure was nice to have a non-disastrous hour in my day.
You know that saying "This too shall pass"? Yeah, well I hope it does. And quickly.
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Good for Hobbes. He knows just what to do. As for that cloud over your head? It'll go away, eventually. I had it over mine a few days ago. I literally wanted to scream and throw things at anybody who crossed my path. I was definitely off-kilter!!
See you tomorrow! :)
Wow I have that ALL the time. Good for Hobbes.
Yesterday was pretty horrendous at work.
Hang in there, the stars will realign. Pets are great for picking up on our stress and giving comfort.
Our four legged furry friends sure can tell when something is not right with us. Perhaps sweet Hobbes was letting you know to just relax and take it easy. And if he is anything like when Banjo lays on my chest, so heavy you can hardly breath, but also a weight that lets you know you are for sure not alone!
Try to take care of yourself and de-stress this weekend friend! :)
xo Catherine
Oh girl, I go through that on a regular basis. Sometimes it's not what you say but how people choose to hear it. If your heart is pure and your intentions good then there is nothing to feel bad about. It's out of your hands.
That bites.
Take two catnaps and call me in the morning.
October can be a wudgey month - all sorts of strange things going on - makes one feel unsettled sometimes or exuberant and giddy...or back and forth between the two.
We pray the Hobbesian Therapy is the beginning of the end of the funk. We wish you a happy weekend!
Everything will just be fine, Lin. Hang in there! As you said, "this too shall pass". It surely will.
Taking a cat nap is good for your body. Having your cat nap on you is a curative for the soul. I love when Midnight does that for me.
Merciful Hobbes. He was no doubt holding you down for a while. Livvy does the exact same thing. :D
I have those kinds of days. I am a "speak first, think last or maybe not at all" kind of person, and people find me abrasive sometimes (well, MOST times). I just remember to "ride the wave" and try to learn from my mistakes, and to hang in there. Yep, it will pass.
Have a good weekend. XOXOX
Hobbes is one smart kitty to know just what his mom needed! I hope the funk goes away soon!
Glad Hobbes has your back--or your stomach as the case may be! Feel better!
Cats always know....
I hope things get better.
I'm sorry to hear you're feeling down. It will pass though...and sometimes the best cure is to let a kitty do their magic.
Our furry little loved ones have a keen sense of when we are in need of some extra TLC. I know Duke always seems to hang a little closer than normal when I'm in one of those funks.
Don't worry that cloud will blow over before you know it.
Ok Lin, I'm sending you a virtual ehug. Feel better? Does it help to know that I'm not a hugger? Chin up, kid.
Aw... you must have traded places with me for the week. I'm usually in various kinds of trouble. Have a (((hug)))
A. Marie--Well, I guess it is good to know that it isn't just me! ;) Can't wait to see you!!!
Helene--Gees, Helene, I'm beginning to really hate your job too.
Highway--Or he's just picking the warmest spot in the house! ;)
Catherine--You are right about the heavy part. I couldn't get up if I wanted to!
DG--Why is it that everyone I talk to just gets miffed at me? I figure it's me around the 5th person. Ugh. It just goes in phases and I'm definitely in one right now.
CG--Yeah, but in the middle of it I got your note. :) That made me laugh out loud. Thanks, I needed that.
Grace--Grace, I was feeling all grumpy! Pollyanna was nowhere in sight. I think you would have loved me.
Vanilla--It got so bad that I even worked from home so that I didn't aggravate the co-workers! Well, that and my jammies made me feel better. :)
June Zach--I hope it gets better for me AND you! ;)
Chuck--It is usually Grace who comes to be with me, but this time HObbes beat her to the blankie. Great, now Grace is probably mad at me! Ugh. Can't win.
Rebecca--That is soooo me! I mean well, but sometimes my mouth gets me in trouble. And my eyes. Joe says I can't lie with my face.
Beaded Tail--Me too! Although a little orange stripey comfort is a nice thing when you are feeling low.
Patricia--I think I'm just gonna hunker down until this passes. Kinda like the ground hog. :)
Pricilla--Me too! I'm making enemies everywhere! That is not a good thing.
Nancy--Oh, those kitties have a way of making you feel better. If only he wasn't so darn heavy!
Ann--I sure hope so. I was very relieved to see that you found Duke! Sheesh, that little guy was adding to the funk there for a bit.
Casey--I do feel better! Thanks for the hug. Can you send a cocktail too?? ;)
Sharky--Well, I guess I'm in good company, Sharky. :) Gees, I'm leaving a trail of crabby folks at this point. Sigh.
Awwwww! My cats do that too. They know if somethings up with me, they know when the kids are gone to their dad's and they know when my only my daughter is gone (when she is at the hospital).
Well I love ya...if that helps!?
Lola--Isn't that funny how they just know??! And they have this incredible ability to quietly come over to be with you....or skeedaddle when they know it's best not to approach mom. :)
Jodi--sniff. sniff. It does. Thanks, pally.
Your not alone for sure. It seems like I go through weeks feeling like that nowadays. I blame it all on hormones (or the lack of, if your my age). If it weren't for the calming effect of my cats, I would have surely killed someone by now!
Good job Hobbes! :)
Sorry to hear about your funk :( I hope that it passes quickly.
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