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My annual visit to the optometrist last week did not go well. Among other problems I am developing posterior capsule opacification (secondary cataracts) again, which means another eye surgery. Specifically laser surgery, which is much easier on me than when they cut into my eyes, but I won't know for sure what the treatment is until I go and see my surgeon.

I came away from the appointment rather depressed, but I meditated and napped and when I woke up the next morning my head was in a better place and I've regained most of my calm. This will be the Summer from Hell, apparently, but dwelling on what might happen or how unfair it is (three eye surgeries for someone who is terrified of eye surgery!) won't change anything. Live in the now rather than worry about the future.

This is what happens in old age, and it's best not to let it destroy one's peace. The funny thing is that my guy and I presently have to juggle our health conditions. Of course I need surgery at the same time he does! Ha. Since my eye condition is just in the very beginning stages, and hasn't yet affected my vision, and his hernia is rather painful, and could get worse in a hurry, I want him to go first. Once he's recovered I'll schedule my procedure.

In the meantime I think I will crochet. Alot. :)

Image credit: Laser eye correction image from Pixabay.

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