Heat and other nasties

I am ready to spend the day in bed in my darkened, air conditioned bedroom. It's not going to happen, but for a few minutes I'll stay here with my little netbook. I can't find a really comfortable way to use it in bed. Leaning on my left elbow gets old very fast. Tomorrow it is supposed to rain and get a little cooler. That would be better; I'd like to go for a walk.

For months I've been having trouble falling asleep, but when I travel, no trouble. At first I thought it might be because I feel more secure with other people near me, but I didn't really believe it. Then there is the mattress question: do I need a new one? On this last trip I changed beds seven times, including one not wonderful sofabed. I had no trouble falling asleep. Back home, Monday night, after a very long, tiring, hot day, I was tossing again. I've been sleeping on two pillows at home; that seemed to be the only real difference. I took one pillow away: Fixed! I'm amazed that such a little thing could make a big difference.

I'm still working on books: another flag book this time. I feel this is a form with great potential. Google flag book to find some interesting illustrations.

Comments

[Kathryn]

I Googled flag book. Very cool stuff. I can't wait to see what you come up with.

[Alice]

Indeed pillows make a tremendous difference. I'm at that point in life where I take my pillow with me as often as possible (not so easy on air travel, but works well on car trips). At this moment, however, I'm having trouble sleeping--I think due to sinus problems perhaps exacerbated by the fall I took flat on my face when I was on the chemo. Didn't help my already deviated septum at all, and I wouldn't be surprised if the doctor suggests surgery. Fortunately a Tylenol PM helps a lot; I just don't want to take it forever. Looking forward to seeing the new book(s).

[Mage Bailey]

Yes, mam, I will.

So very glad you found a solution to your truly terrible problem. One pillow it is. I find a couple of flat pillows in my lap, and one of the old chair pillows at my back. It's a really old, kapok filled pillow that works sturdily at my back to hold me upright. Hugs.........