Here comes Iver the engine driver to make us feel much better

I could have very easily stayed in bed this morning for a long time. But I got up, prepared to spend the morning putting my house back to normal and de-lake-ing my clothes.

Instead, I said yes to things I would normally say no to. But, I put my own conditions on the yes'. I spent the day running from thing to thing, but instead of feeling stressed, I felt empowered.

Someone tried to argue with me about my to do list, as if I have nothing really important to do in life. Instead of trying to defend myself (as I would normally jump at the chance to do), I gave her no ammunition. I will protect myself from those who want to belittle me and judge me. I will love myself. I will stop being a polite listener to anyone's negativity.

I feel more normal tonight than I have felt in a while. My goal is to keep it going.