Morning Caz, I am constantly amazed by the number of folk who pop in and out of this thread. Some post, some don't, and that's fine, the message is getting out. This is not a thank you, but I have to acknowledge your part in all this, as the inspiration behind the thread. I look back over the last few weeks, and wonder where I would be now, not only in health, but mental terms, had you not started the whole thing off. It was/is just what I needed as an outlet to vent my feelings and frustrations.
It's a new day, the sun is out (for now anyway) and not much has changed overnight, although I am having a bit of trouble actually waking up, but that will pass. A successful and not too difficult BM has been completed, and the water flow, although slower than yesterday is being maintained. The medication will kick in soon, so hopefully all will be back to normal later.
The cafe seems to be gathering a bit of attention, it's just an ordinary eating place, no frills, just good old plain hospitality, with a good and quite varied menu. It seats around 56 customers inside, so not huge, but a few tables on the pavement can add an extra 16 places, mostly under cover, so you can even sit out there when it's raining, should you choose, and I do quite often.
You mention smiling in your post, it's a reaction I love to indulge in, but has not been very prevalent recently, although those who know me well have commented that they have noticed a change in my facial expression in the last couple of days or so, and yes, even a smile or two. I love a good laugh, and it would appear those days are returning, at least for now, anyway, so all is positive.
It was good to get out in my car yesterday, and if we get a fine spell of weather, I am planning a trip to the coast in the not too distant future. I used to do it quite frequently, but sadly not so for some months. I will take my camping gear with me, and make a day or two out of it. I have sold my campervan, as I could not see a way forward to completing the rebuild, a decision I may come to regret, but I have retained a lot of the goodies, which can be used successfully in the car.
OK, will update later, have a good day.