Just Baring My Soul.

[Theland]

No asking for advice, but just a bit depressed.
Had to undergo several blood tests in the last two weeks, now been sent for even more. Also stool tests, am feeling really down.
Used to be healthy until 2010 then things just went from bad to worse.
Am 68 and just hope I can make provision for Mrs T, just in case.
Don't want sympathy, it comes to us all, just letting off steam. Forgive me.

[pixie374]

Theland, I hope any results turn out well and that both of you are ok. Stay positive xx

[Zacs-Master]

Have a slice of that Brexit cake and read back thru some of the comments on here:
https://www.theanswerbank.co.uk/ChatterBank/Question1646131.html

[Theland]

Zacs - Too right. When feeling down, I always know where to come. Answerbank is great for this.
Sorry for being a bit of a bore. I must be boring somebody.

[murraymints]

Chin up Theland...we all have low times... Xx

[vetuste_ennemi]

Chin up, Theland.

And what Pixie said.

[maggiebee]

Theland, sure all will be well. It's good the medics are being thorough. Take care and God bless.

[Theland]

Moving house on Saturday. Great. Dry warm house.
But oh so stressful. I just sit here on the I pad changing things over, whilst Mrs T and son do the physical stuff. Other family helping. Just not well enough to roll up my sleeves.
Got a good family, but feel useless.

[Mamyalynne]

Sorry you are having a rough time, hope the tests are OK.

[pixie374]

I'm sure you can supervise :-). I understand it is difficult to let others help sometimes, but I'm sure you have done your bit through your life, there is nothing wrong with taking a step back temporarily and letting them get on with it x

[jennyjoan]

Just think that you will be in a lovely dry warm house by Saturday night - the way you are feeling now is one of the stress factors in moving house.

[woofgang]

A friend of mine whose husband was a minister would say that that was God dealing with your pride....that you are being asked to accept the role of a (male) Mary and accept and be grateful for help without feeling useless or ashamed. May your god bless you with a quiet and cheerful spirit.

[Khandro]

Theland you are not alone, John Milton (d.1647);

When I consider how my light is spent
Ere half my days in this dark world and wide,
And that one talent which is death to hide
Lodg'd with me useless, though my soul more bent
To serve therewith my Maker, and present
My true account, lest he returning chide;
"Doth God exact day-labour, light denied?"
I fondly ask. But Patience to prevent
That murmur, soon replies: "God doth not need
Either man's work or his own gifts; who best
Bear his mild yoke, they serve him best. His state
Is kingly. Thousands at his bidding speed
And post o'er land and ocean without rest:
They also serve who only stand and wait."

[Theland]

I like that.

[Old_Geezer]

Well you have people listening... er I mean reading, anyway.
Hope you feel in better spirits later.

[Theland]

Daughter said to her 5 year old son, "Leave grandad alone. He is old sick and grumpy." True story.

But he gave me a cuddle!

[Old_Geezer]

Aren't we all.

[THECORBYLOON]

I'm sure if you were well enough you'd be willing to help out. I always say to folk at work who are off sick, there's no point coming back too soon, having a relapse and then taking longer to get fit enough for work.

There'll be plenty time to help put things past in the new house once your health improves and you're in a better frame of mind.

[Patsy33]

Hang in there Theland. Hopefully, this time next week, will be a happier, different story.

[marval]

I am sorry you are feeling down Theland, hope all your tests are clear. Don't feel bad because you can't do things, allow others to help you. Good luck in your new home.

[Theland]

Thank you all.
Answerbank never fails.