Your time is your life. Be sure you are spending it on things that matter. I'm always telling my 'kids' this. Even though they are still in the work force, they have some 'spare' time and I want them to do things they enjoy and that benefit themselves AND others. When you get older, you realize how quickly it passes.
I'm blessed to have a good life and good health. I live in a place I chose, surrounded by things I enjoy doing. I love being out in nature, taking photos and sharing them on my blog. It's become a passion.
And I'm going to keep hiking and taking photos. But I'm going to have to take a little break from my blog. I'll see if I can stay off my computer for a week or so. Or at least cut back on the time I spend with a computer or IPAD in my lap! I'm still having some bad headaches and I'm trying to figure out what helps and what hurts.
And I'll keep praying for all of you that have asked for prayers. Please say a little prayer that I can get over these headaches. I've never had headaches in the past so it's a new experience for me. Most of the time, I just keep going. They are not so painful that I can't do things around the house or hike! So it's more of a nuisance than anything.
I'll share my owl photos on Saturday and then take a week or so off. I'm especially thankful for all of you! I value your friendship and I'll miss reading all of my favorite blogs! But I'll be back soon! It's a great way to spend time!
Photos all taken on the Florida Trails from the Pruitt Trailhead.
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41 comments:
Hello Diane,
I am sorry to hear about your headaches. Sending my prayers, I hope your feel better. I enjoy seeing your hikes and nature photos. Beautiful flowers and lovely skies. I wish you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving! Take care, enjoy your day!
...glorious scenes.
I am so sorry about your headaches. I suffer from migraines so I can certainly empathize. Be well, enjoy your holiday, and I'll see you when you get back. Lovely photos in today's post.
Prayers your headaches are nothing serious, and go away.
Sometimes, switching from screen to walking around, and scratched glasses cause me to have headaches. I hope you learn the source of yours soon. A sinus infection can be tricky, headache but nothing else to signal there is one.
Happy Thanksgiving!
I hope you and your medical help can figure out what's giving you the headaches. Take care. Lovely photos as always.
I hope that taking a break from the computer will help with the headaches you are having. I hope you take it easy and have a happy and safe Thanksgiving.
hello Diane. yes I know about headaches...never used to have any really!! Doctors says it could be blood pressure...we will see!! Certainly walking helps...lots of fresh air! I always feel better after a decent walk. However,you do plenty of that! Hope you find out what it is and get better soon. I thoroughly enjoy reading your posts by the way :-) stay safe Amanda x
I will keep you in my prayers. I love your hikes and agree with your wise words.
I suffered from migraines since age 18. I am much better since menopause, but I know they can arrive again at any moment. I watch my foods to see if that has any bearing, but my health doctor that I go to that has helped me so much suggested 75 mg of butterbur. The only place I can find that specific mg size is on a website called Vitacost. I take one every night. My daughter also takes it expect when pregnant. IT helps both of us. We have tried going without it and they come back. A thought for you.
So sorry to hear about the headaches. I hope you can figure out what's causing them.
Enjoy your time off and have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Awwww.... I'm so so sorry to hear about your headaches. The thing I think of most, when I hear of someone developing headaches when they don't normally have them, is the eyes. Have you had your eyes checked recently? Do you see a pattern of spending time online or reading and then the headaches develop? Try to track down a pattern to these headaches as that will help whatever healthcare provider ends up trying to help you. But the first thing I'd do is start with a current eye exam and go from there. Perhaps a COVID test would be appropriate too, as lots of people have complained about headaches (for a long time) with the virus. My prayers are with you during your time away from blogging and don't worry.... we'll be here when you return. Much love, Andrea xoxo
Diane, I'm so sorry you're still having headaches. I will say a prayer for you. You will be missed, but I understand you wanting to take a break. Sometimes it's the best thing for us, and then we come back refreshed and ready to go! Take care during this time, and I wish you a beautiful Thanksgiving. : )
love ya, ~Sheri
I hope you can get over these pains, they are not something you need. I look forward to you showing more of your walks and photos
I'm so sorry to hear you are still having the headaches. Thank you for always sharing your beautiful photos with us. Take good care of yourself. See you when you return!
Sweetheart, please get to your drs. Pain is telling you something. I can not imagine lots of headaches from screen time...unless you are over doing it. Praying for you dear friend. Be strong and safe. Blessings, xoxo, love, Susie
Sorry you are having headaches Diane. I am assuming you have seen the doctor about them. Hope you can get answers to what is causing them. Heaven knows 2020 is a year that would cause anyone to have headaches. Marvin was telling me about a 90 year old man who goes to the gym every day. The other day one of the younger men went up to him and told him that he wa such an inspiration to all the younger guys. I thought that was so nice. We do need to keep going and doing and appreciating these times.
I can understand why you love hiking so much. Just looking at all that beauty must be so peaceful. I'm sorry to hear about the headaches. They can be nasty. Take care of yourself. We'll be here when you get back. You have a Happy Thanksgiving too. Hugs, Edna B.
Spectacular Sky photos today! Enjoy your break and I hope you figure out the headaches. If you take a few days off you and the headache goes away then it might be too many hours on the devices I had to do that a few months ago to figure out what was making my shoulder and arm hurt. See you when you get back
Hope you feel better soon!
Maybe cutting back on computer use will rest your eyes and stop the headaches. I sure hope so!
If you haven't had headaches before and they don't go away, please see a doctor. Maybe start with an eye doctor, it could be something simple like needing glasses or a new prescription.
Wouldn't it be lovely to lie down in the field in the top picture and look at the clouds go by? Snakes may be an issue, but still, the thought.
I will buy some glue when I do my next pick up outside shopping trip to Walmart. Then work on the journal. I have worked on it a bit already, laid out the design, so to speak.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. As good as it can be in the year 2020.
I have headaches every day. I SO understand. I hope you can find the cause and that they can do something to alleviate the discomfort.
headaches... I had another occular migraine this week, lose vision .
those are triggered by chemicals in the air for me. Neck vertebra placement can cause tension headaches. You can look online for where your pain is located during a headache to try to know the cause. You're probably getting some fall organic things too like mold and pollens of grasses. I do hope you're better soon. No fever I assume?
LeeAnna
oooooh, headaches they are such a pain, i hope you find some relief!!
your advice is very good advice, i always try to make sure i fill my day with a variety of activities, activities that i enjoy!!
beautiful pictures today, stay safe and be well!!
Love you, Diane and saying a ptayer for your headaches to go away! Happy Thanksgiving!
Sorry to hear of your headaches. They are not fun, I know. Focus on some self care! Thanks for linking up.
Diane, yes, keep active and heal. It does take a bit longer as we age (I know. I'm 73 next month.) So limit yourself to computer/ipad work...and stay healthy!...:)jp
Headaches that bad? You absolutely must go to the doctor. I also have migraines since I was 4 yr. old, and finally going to see a Dr. was incredible. I did not know there was any help, that I had to tough it out.
All your photos of your hike are just beautiful.
So sorry to hear you are having headaches. I will add you to my daily prayer list. Pray when I first start walking.
I am sorry to hear about those headaches, Diane. I hope you taking time away from your screens will help! I know I spend way too much time on my screens what with blogging and social media and reading. My eyes get so tired by day's end.
Wishing you a happy and blessed and safe Thanksgiving.
Brenda xo
Diane, I'm so sorry to read about your headaches! I hope your time off helps you to narrow down the source of the headaches so you can get back to what you most love to do. I'm praying the Lord shows you what this is all about.
Have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving.
I will miss your fabulous photographs from your hikes, but probably a good idea to get off the electronics. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
I will keep you in my prayers. Count on them! Please see a doctor, though! You will be missed here. Come back when you can and do keep us posted!! xo
I am truly sorry to hear that your headaches are still persisting. Have you seen a doctor about it? I do hope you will get things checked out soon. In the meantime, keep taking those hikes as often as you feel up to it. We will miss seeing you here, but pray it won't be long until you will be back with us. Just take care of yourself first of all. I hope you have a blessed and beautiful Thanksgiving.
Sending prayers!I hope you get better soon.Beautiful pics as ever.
Headaches are no fun. I hope they go away. Photos are pretty. Have a safe thanksgiving!
Your photos are gorgeous. I enjoyed seeing each one and reading your wise words. Hope the headaches resolve themselves.
I,too, have much to be grateful. Like you I have good health and a wealth of family and friends! Wishing you a grand Thanksgiving!
So sorry to hear about your headaches. I hope time away from the computer will be just what's needed to make them go away and stay away. Will be happy to put in a prayer for you.
Espero que todo vaya bien, disfruta de esos días de descanso. Besos.
Saying a prayer for you. Make sure you drink enough water- first thing when dehydrated: headaches. Also hormones can come into play, and also gritting one's teeth while asleep - can mess with your TMJ joint/ jaw and cause excrutiating headaches. I used to get such bad migraines I would vomit!
Last thing - have your radon and carbon monoxide checked. Could be that too, both can cause headaches.
Hope you figure it out soon, so sorry you are suffering. 2020 has been bad enough, dang it!
Hugs, we have been outside hanging lights, wreaths, signs, garland...since we had a spell of milder weather. Nothing will go on until after Thanksgiving, we are at one of the entrances to our little
lake unincorporated 'village' and the lights have always been special for the entire community. I can't promise we will decorate inside the house, since no one will be coming here(we are in PHASE 3) lockdown here, now. And you are totally right...we have lost what 10% of our still existing life span, so do what you love---and do what shows your love. Hugs, Sandi
Great advice!
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