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Siwsan

(27,261 posts)
Mon Dec 26, 2022, 03:07 PM Dec 2022

My fur babies are giving me some comfort

Gryff is behind us. He's not much for group cuddes. Carys is learning they can be quite lovely.

We fell asleep for about 2 hours. When I woke up I got something to eat and promptly threw it up. Sure sign my anxiety is red lining. So I took my pills and crawled back under the covers. I anticipate this will be how most of the rest of the day will be spent.

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My fur babies are giving me some comfort (Original Post) Siwsan Dec 2022 OP
Been doing pretty much the same thing. Getting some serious anxiety attacks Walleye Dec 2022 #1
.... SheltieLover Dec 2022 #2
Thanks. I appreciate that Walleye Dec 2022 #4
Yw! SheltieLover Dec 2022 #5
Sending hugs and vibes for calm and peace. niyad Dec 2022 #15
Perfect way to spend the day! SheltieLover Dec 2022 #3
If those cuddly fur babies don't help you to relax, I don't know what will judesedit Dec 2022 #6
Stay inside and cuddle! calimary Dec 2022 #7
It looks like you are well insulated. TexasTowelie Dec 2022 #8
Glad you have the furbabies for companonship and comfort. ShazzieB Dec 2022 #9
We slept for practically the entire afternoon Siwsan Dec 2022 #14
like it republianmushroom Dec 2022 #10
Tiger came up right when I called him and he's tucking into his second can of fancy feast Walleye Dec 2022 #11
Excellent news! niyad Dec 2022 #17
So sorry Rebl2 Dec 2022 #12
I feel anxious today, too. You have some very cute cuddle buddies there! Feel better! n/t Peregrine Took Dec 2022 #13
That is a most excellent comfort blanket! Love Carys' paws on Arthur, and love niyad Dec 2022 #16
How is Arthur doing today? 3catwoman3 Dec 2022 #18

Walleye

(35,185 posts)
1. Been doing pretty much the same thing. Getting some serious anxiety attacks
Mon Dec 26, 2022, 03:11 PM
Dec 2022

The cold weather really increases it. I don’t feel like I can go out whenever I want to. Still temperatures in the 20s. I should’ve brought home some leftovers yesterday from my brothers dinner. I don’t feel like going to the store so I’m having oatmeal and scrambled eggs for lunch. At least I have plenty of cat food as Amazon delivers it by the case. I’m thinking, don’t fight it, just give in and let the time pass. Arthur looks like he’s doing OK

judesedit

(4,509 posts)
6. If those cuddly fur babies don't help you to relax, I don't know what will
Mon Dec 26, 2022, 03:58 PM
Dec 2022

Hope I'm right. Deep breathing and meditation often help me with that, too. Stay safe and warm and know we're here for you.

TexasTowelie

(116,556 posts)
8. It looks like you are well insulated.
Mon Dec 26, 2022, 04:34 PM
Dec 2022

Arthur found the sweet spot where he is the center of attention, of course.

ShazzieB

(18,559 posts)
9. Glad you have the furbabies for companonship and comfort.
Mon Dec 26, 2022, 04:45 PM
Dec 2022

That combination of soft fur, soft purrs, and soothing warmth is balm for a wide variety of cares and worries, in my experience. Hope you feel better soon.

P.S. Yegods, autocorrect changed furbabies to furnaces! Sure glad I caught that before posting.

Siwsan

(27,261 posts)
14. We slept for practically the entire afternoon
Mon Dec 26, 2022, 07:47 PM
Dec 2022

The last I remember it was 11, and the next time I checked, it was 2. I made something to eat, threw up part of it (my stress reaction) took a hot shower and crawled back into bed. Woke up just before 7. Perfect timing, too. Fed the fur babies and then gave Arthur his medication. Apparently it is not tasty stuff. I'm going to give them all some treats for being so wonderful.

Walleye

(35,185 posts)
11. Tiger came up right when I called him and he's tucking into his second can of fancy feast
Mon Dec 26, 2022, 05:06 PM
Dec 2022

So at least somethings going right today. It’s funny he can hear a fancy feast can opening from a half a mile away

3catwoman3

(25,388 posts)
18. How is Arthur doing today?
Tue Dec 27, 2022, 11:50 PM
Dec 2022

I hope his bum is feeing better and that your worry level has been able to decrease.

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