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[HighlandBluebell]

In general, I've been feeling a lot better. The dry eye cleared up and I actually thought I'd ovulated and would be due a period in little while. However, fate has intervened. We've all got a shocking cold and have been barely functional. Now, to add insult to injury, I started bleeding this afternoon. Just a little, but presumably caused by this nasty virus, it's enough to knock things out of kilter even more?

[MrsMitch]

Hi HB, sorry I'm.a bit late to this, I'm sorry to hear all you've been going through, it's such a lot to deal with. The only part I've experienced is the caring part. I hope you're able to make time for yourself, it's vital not to forget you, without you things would change drastically for your family. Will you be able to get respite care, when you need it? Have you looked to see if there is a local charity that funds small things carers would like to do for a break? There is one in my area. Please do make sure you get support from adult social services so you are in the system for when you need a break. And do take breaks. Even though I'm sure your mum won't want you to, it's really important as carer burnout is very real.  The Alzheimers (sp) society has a great forum and you'll find lots of help and support there, often about things you'll never have thought of. If you have any questions about that side of things, I'm happy to try and help. Apologies if you already know all this BTW.
Do look after yourself.
Your mention of cherry angioma caught me eye, too. My torso is covered in those beauties, just like my dad was. Odd, aren't they. Hope you continue to feel better.

[HighlandBluebell]

Thank you for all your kind words, MrsMitch, that all means a lot! Yes, being a carer is undoubtedly one of the most stressful things we can do in life.  I'm very fortunate to have an amazing husband with me every step of the way.

The cherry angiomas were something I always associated with my mother growing up, as she had them round her chest and shoulders, so I happily accepted them as a sign of hitting my 40s! It's all the other stuff I'm struggling with!!