I took the day off from work and school today. My mental health has taken a dive since fall allergies have plagued my ability to sleep well. I have nightmares, trouble concentrating, headaches, and vision problems. It is hard to comprehend that seasonal allergies can cause a cascade of issues, but it has.

So as a thank you to me for all my hard work, I dropped the dog off at daycare, bought myself a gift, read a book, and ate lunch at one of my favorite restaurants. I hope to use the rest of my day to resolve a few problems and hopefully have a better tomorrow.

If you’re reading this and you are going through similar circumstances, I hope you find some time to take a break too.