Does Schizogirl rise again?

I feel weird today. I can't put my finger on it. I don't know if it's physical or mental. All I know is, I just don't feel right. Sometimes I hear things that upset ,
me, and won't leave my mind. I heard some horrible news stories on World Service, so that might be it. I think it's important to keep up with the news but I think I take it too far sometimes, and put myself through too much.

Yes! (she says, punching the air)

I'm getting a guide dog! I've been put on the waiting list, which is about 6-9 months. The time will fly by, I'm so excited.

Also, I've been off lithium for over a week, with no adverse effects. The blisters in my mouth are gone, and I feel less physically "slow" in my movements, more coordinated.

I star the cookery next week, all I need now is the literature course to come through, and I'll be set. Life finally seems to be working out for me. It's only taken 27 years!

I've just found out that my final guide dog assessment is on Thursday at 9.30. It's the last thing I have to do, before I'm either acceptd or rejected from the programme. I'm both nervous and excited. I'm going to make some muffins for them.

Other than that, I'm doing really well. I've been off lithium since Sunday, and I'm feeling so much better physically. My mouth isn't blistered, I can drink hot drinks and eat hot curries, it's great!

It'd better be worth it...

I had the contraceptive implant put in my arm on Friday. I suffer very badly with my periods, and this seems to be the best way of helping. I should have 3 years of less trouble. This is all well and good, but it's not without its drawbacks. It didn't hurt having it put, in, they give you a local anaesthetic, it just feels a bit weird. Then, when this wears off, you feel a bit bruised. I don't know about anyone else, but my arm is black around th e implant. It's so bruised, and hurts. But, if it helps, I can live with a few days of discomfort. I'm sorry to moan, but I think anyone thinking about it should know. Don't let it put you off, I'm certain it's going to be worth it, just be prepared...