Nola, one of my blogger friends, has transformed the way I can now live my life with her inclusion of
lavender oil in a gift bag she sent me after Matt's death. This is not an exaggeration. I have suffered from difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep for well over a decade. I took Temazapan regularly until a doc cut me off from my supply, taken antihistimines until a dose of 4 had replaced my initial dose of one and had become ineffective, and have alternated between the two of these, along with insomniac nights, when I was able to get Temazapan from another doc and/or use the ones prescribed to my hubby. I was alternating between antihistimines and Tempazapan when I received Nola's gift. I started putting drops of the lavender oil on my pillow while simultaneously cutting down my pill usage. I was off the pills - except for when I am away from home and sometimes even then - in a matter of weeks.
Lavender oil really really works. And I am significantly more alert in the daytime hours than I'd been with the lingering effects of "better living through chemistry."
This past weekend, I went to the Harmony Festival held at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds. I brought my RV so that I could enjoy the music and dancing that was scheduled to last until 4 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights. (I pooped out at around 2 a.m.)
Throughout my time at the festival, I couldn't decide if I was having an absolutely wonderful time or wanted to go home; when I was having a good time, I was having a very good time; 
when I was feeling distant from the events (out of harmony with them), I felt like leaving. The best music was NOT at the main stage - though I learned to like (very much) some of the big sounds that were played there that at first didn't appeal to me. The music and atmosphere that I enjoyed the most was at a small teahouse which also served vegan yummies. Here are some pix of from the event:
Nola, one of my blogger friends, has transformed the way I can now live my life with her inclusion of lavender oil in a gift bag she sent me after Matt's death. This is not an exaggeration. I have suffered from difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep for well over a decade. I took Temazapan regularly until a doc cut me off from my supply, taken antihistimines until a dose of 4 had replaced my initial dose of one and had become ineffective, and have alternated between the two of these, along with insomniac nights, when I was able to get Temazapan from another doc and/or use the ones prescribed to my hubby. I was alternating between antihistimines and Tempazapan when I received Nola's gift. I started putting drops of the lavender oil on my pillow while simultaneously cutting down my pill usage. I was off the pills - except for when I am away from home and sometimes even then - in a matter of weeks. Lavender oil really really works. And I am significantly more alert in the daytime hours than I'd been with the lingering effects of "better living through chemistry."
This past weekend, I went to the Harmony Festival held at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds. I brought my RV so that I could enjoy the music and dancing that was scheduled to last until 4 a.m. on Friday and Saturday nights. (I pooped out at around 2 a.m.) Throughout my time at the festival, I couldn't decide if I was having an absolutely wonderful time or wanted to go home; when I was having a good time, I was having a very good time; 
when I was feeling distant from the events (out of harmony with them), I felt like leaving. The best music was NOT at the main stage - though I learned to like (very much) some of the big sounds that were played there that at first didn't appeal to me. The music and atmosphere that I enjoyed the most was at a small teahouse which also served vegan yummies. Here are some pix of from the event:
7 comments:
Isn't it wonderful when something simple and natural actually works? I think people who haven't suffered through insomnia have no idea how debilitating it can be. I got through menopause without a single symptom except insomnia and I can attest to the fact that it can change you from a peaceful woman to someone who wants to murder someone who would disturb a hard-won sleep!
I make it a practice to listen to lots of different types of music and try not to give up after just one run through. Often, repetition is the key to growing to appreciate a different sound.
Wow I've been taken pharmaceuticals to sleep for a long time, so thanks for that, I'll try it...
You know when you weren't completely in the moment, a little uneasy (I'm assuming) it could be withdrawal from the pharmaceutical...I'm no kidding! Hang in there nature will balance itself, I wish I was so wise with me, right, hand me those nightime sinus thingies ;)
forgot to say, love the photos ;)
Kathy: No one who's not suffered through long bouts of insomnia can fully appreciate the toll it takes. Good point about repetition expanding one's music appreciation. I think that's what's happened to me with regard to opera of which I've grown passionate since the Met started the HD broadcasts.
Lorraine: Try the lavender oil Lorraine. Maybe I'll pick up an extra bottle when I buy some for myself, but don't wait if you can get it before then. Thanks for your compliment re. the pix, especially appreciated since you take such good photos.
I don't have insomnia (except if the cats wake me in the middle of the night fighting, and I can't get back to sleep) but I'll make a note about the lavender for future reference.
Festival looked quite colorful (HIPPIES...EEK!)
Timoteo: An old college friend, after reading my blog, said, "You're a hippy. You're still living in the 60's." I disagreed. I consider myself a free spirit. I asked Rachael, my daughter, what she thought. "You're a hippy," she said. Maybe I am, but I don't feel like one. I'm too much of a non-conformist.
I am so pleased the lavender oil is doing the trick! I started on it when I first hurt my back...in the burner or a few drops on my bed linen and I like to listen to relaxation music when I get into bed. I am so fortunate to live in an area of the world that produces the purest, most gorgeous lavender also!! Keep your eye on your mail box my friend:)
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