Author: hermagicalthoughts

Back To Work

blog

Today I go back to work after being off for over a week. I’m definitely glad to have my tonsillectomy behind me considering how rough that recovery was. I have some minor pain still, but the morning is typically the worst for me and then I feel better after a couple hours (I think it’s from snoring possibly).

I honestly did not sleep well last night- my mind was racing a lot and it makes sense because I have been off my routine and I knew I was going back to work today. The good news is that I like my job, and my bosses are aware I need to catch up on things so I can ease back into things. I’m ready to get back to the daily routine, and with how tired I am right now, I know I will definitely sleep well tonight.

10 Years From Now

blog

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

Ten years from now I’ll be 39. I see myself and my husband with two children, living in a new, single family home with a yard. The kids are in school, youngest just in preschool or kindergarten, so I’m returning to a more full time work schedule. Whether that is still in dental or at one of my children’s schools to get help with tuition assistance (if we decide to go private), I know I’ll be happy either way.

I see us being creative at home, having the kids help with tasks like cooking simply because they think it’s fun to be helpful. I see finger-painting days, as well as days where we make messes with shaving cream with food coloring. I see movie nights with an assortment of different popcorns and snacks. I see more time at the parks and the pools when it’s nice out, and lots of sledding and snowman building in the winter.

Life looks busy, yet also slow. I see less technology usage for myself, except when it comes to work or helping the kids with school. Oh, and of course we will have our Mario Kart nights so we need our technology for that! I’m still blogging, and I am finally good at being intentional with my mornings, as I’ve learned that getting alone time is still a huge priority.

My husband and I still get our solo breakfast dates at least once a month, but usually twice since both sets of grandparents love spending Saturday mornings with the kids. Our anniversary is celebrated in the house as our “family birthday,” and our kids grow up seeing what real, healthy love looks like. Ten years from now looks pretty good to me.

Full Moon 4-12-2025

blog

Happy Full Moon!

I am feeling so refreshed and recharged, and I am finally at the end of my recovery! I still have minor pain where my tonsils were, and still dealing with the post-nasal phlegm from the nasal turbinate reduction, but it is sooooo much better than I was a few days ago. I’m sure me singing at the top of my lungs and talking all day is contributing to the pain, but I have been resting my voice and body for over a week and I needed to release-and what better time than the full moon?

I am feeling so grateful to have gotten through this recovery, because that sh*t was no joke. The doctor warned me that I would be in a lot of pain for a while, but I was really thinking I had a high pain tolerance and that I would be a champ… LOL no. If you can get your tonsils out as a child, do that, because it is rough as hell as an adult. To be fair though, a week out of my entire life is just a tiny blip, and it is so worth it in the long run. I am just glad this is behind me, and now I can live normally again! Well, I am still avoiding crunchy/hard foods right now so I don’t irritate the area while it is still healing, but it nice to be able to eat some solid foods now.

Today my husband and I were invited to our friends place for a poker day/night, and I decided to stay home since I knew I couldn’t have any of their snacks LOL. Also, I did not want to play, nor did I want to sit and watch everyone else play. My friend and I got on Facetime for a couple hours which was nice, especially since I really haven’t been talking to anyone since my surgery last Thursday! Her and I are going to visit our friend in North Dakota for her 30th birthday next month, so we are getting excited for that!

Overall, I am feeling happy. I’m happy to be out of pain. I’m happy to have great friends and an even better husband (sorry not sorry friends, he is always gonna be my #1). I am happy that I have a job that I actually enjoy to return to on Monday. I am happy that we have good health insurance. I am happy that I can sing along to my favorite songs again. I am happy that I can go on a breakfast date with my love tomorrow. I am just happy, and I am so grateful to be able to feel into my happiness.

One Positive Change

blog

Describe one positive change you have made in your life.

I reached out for help when I needed it (for my mental health). It was almost ten years ago when I first saw a mental health professional, and although it took me several months to recognize that I was not actually being helped/listened to, I was able to advocate for myself and eventually seek help elsewhere. The journey was a long one, with many long breaks and breakdowns in between, but I am finally feeling much more regulated in my body and mind.

Book

blog

What book could you read over and over again?

I recently read Verity by Colleen Hoover and I could definitely read that again. I first thought of another book of hers called Reminders of Him, but I fear that one is too emotional for me- although it was beautiful.

Actually, scratch those. The Four Agreements- I need to re-read that one. I honestly have said how I want to read it yearly, and I have not done that yet. Maybe I’ll pick it up while I’m recovering from surgery the rest of this week, especially since it’s a short one.

4/7/25

blog

I am over this recovery. I’m so uncomfortable and I just want real good. Again, I know it’s all temporary and worth it, but currently I am not loving it. I keep feeling everything when I swallow, and I keep snoring due to the swelling which is just causing more pain. I can’t wait for this to be done so I can eat a huge burger.

Cats

blog

What animals make the best/worst pets?

Cats are the best, and I 100% know this because my cat Sky has been nonstop by my side while I’m recovering from my surgery. She has been the best at cuddling and making me feel calm. She also turned ten years old on 4/4, the day after I had my procedure! I just love her so much and I also have two other cats that I love as well!

4-5-25

blog

I’m calling today day three of recovery, even though technically I had the surgery done two days ago. My surgery was so early in the morning that the entire day counted as recovery (in my eyes LOL).

Today I did throw up and I think that is due to the pain medicine. The reason I didn’t have nausea the last couple days is because the hospital had put an anti-nausea patch behind my ear, so that had been helping keep the nausea away. I had to take the patch off, because it does cause dry mouth which unfortunately hinders the healing of my tonsils as I am supposed to keep the mouth relatively hydrated.

I’m hoping that since I am having some bone broth and mashed potatoes that will keep me from getting nauseous again. I will say, it’s kind of annoying because I’ve been instructed to eat ice cream/popsicles to help with the pain and swelling, but the sugar can make me nauseous.

Either way, I am surviving and working through it all. My mom came by to visit today which was nice, and my husband has been so helpful and amazing during this entire process. I am so lucky and so grateful for all of the love I have in my life.

gifts from mom making me feel young again