Happy birthday Liz.
I couldn’t sleep in the early days. I don’t sleep well now but getting more of a routine. Usually in bed by 9p.m. Sleep until midnight. Then back to sleep to about 3 a.m. Normally doze then until 6 a.m. Have to be up for my carers at 7 a.m. in first months got about 1 hours sleep a night. Some days I go back to bed for an hour or two during the day.
It was knowing I was going to wake and Roger wouldn’t be here to say happy birthday.
So I’ve been awake crying like a baby nearly all night. My heart breaking again
I did go off after 5 and I’ve just woken up so I got a little sleep
This year will be my second birthday without him. It’s so close to Christmas as well. I doubt anyone will remember. Neighbours all used to get together for birthdays but not since Norman died.
Liz
Glad you got some more sleep. I managed a little bit too which I am glad as I was worried about getting into an accident if I didn’t get done more. Birthday wishes as I know it’s not a happy one. Hoping you can take some comfort from this group. @Pudding birthday wishes to you too. It will never be easy.
Thanks to whoever said sleep eventually gets better, brain not engaged yet.Gives me hope.
just before 6 a.m. I thought Tony had taken a turn for the worse.
After a while I thought he was unconscious. I cuddled him, spoke to him and watched his breathing.
I really started to think I could be saying goodbye.
Then he opened his eyes, sat up and started grooming himself.
So glad he is still with me.
I just feel mentally and physically exhausted.