Journal #1
It's been an oddly-paced day, though I've had an oddly-paced week. I've been busy trying to get the new house organized (a losing battle), prepare for my wife's visit (she's arriving to the US in two days!), catch up with overdue school assignments, and finish a commission for my friend, Colin.
In between all of that I've been struggling with the onset of Seasonal Affective Disorder. I've already had enough experimenting with medications this year, from finding a treatment plan for my Interstitial Cystitis to settling on an SNRI for my depression. My PCP spent several years in Alaska; when I messaged him, he told me he dealt with SAD as well while living there, and suggested I try 1000 units of Vitamin D3. The company I purchase Aloe Vera supplements from for my IC also sells vitamins, so I ordered their D3 capsules.
I feel like the past month has just been nonstop work with little to show for all the hassle. I know in due time everything will settle down, and I'll be able to finally enjoy the fruits of my efforts. Having my wife here to help fix up the house will take a lot of the weight off my shoulders.
It's hard trying to keep your eyes on the prize when you're dog-tired, but I'm trying my best to remember that all of this stress and strife will be beneficial in the long run.