You Don't Know What You're Doing? Me Neither! - MMM #166 Think of it as an adventure instead. Sure, you have no idea what's next, but truthfully, do any of us? Nope! I promise you, all those lined up ducks you imagine aren't so neat and tidy as you think. It's going to be okay.

New Year Expectations - MMM #165 Y'know... it's wonderful that you want to make plans and resolutions for the coming year, but I hope you realise that... well... just getting to the end of it is worth celebrating too. The last two years haven't been what anybody expected and we've all been through a lot. Perhaps you need to manage your expectations a little? And be kinder to yourself.

All I Want For Christmas - MMM #164 Oh, honey! I know that's what Christmas has become, but ours doesn't have to be like that. I don't want heaps of presents or silly material things. I just want... you... Okay?

Make The New House A Home - MMM #163 I know it's hard; I'll miss this place too. But think about it, think about all the memories we can build together in the new place. Sure, we'll leave some behind here, but making new ones isn't a bad thing, is it? And, the reality is; Hallmark-Cards-Like as the sentiment may sound... my home is wherever you are.

Your Responsibility Is To Your Health - MMM #162 My dear, you look awful. Why don't you go upstairs and rest? Sure and tomorrow while you're off I'll make sure you're well supplied with tea! Huh? No, no, wait, you can't go in tomorrow. How are you supposed to get better if you're forcing yourself to work while ill?

Never Too Old For A Bedtime Story - MMM #161 I can't believe you're still awake right now. All that tossing and turning isn't good for you, you know. Hmm. I know! Why don't I read to you? Aaaah, come on now; you're never too old to enjoy a bedtime story. Sit back, relax and let me read to you, okay?

When I Cannot Sleep... MMM #160 When I cannot sleep I remind myself that sleep will come, but in the meantime simply lying down and resting my body is more useful than I give it credit for...

We'll Handle Tomorrow As It Comes - MMM #159 Okay, so is today a rest day, a meds day or a distraction day? Ok, cool. Ah, ah, don't worry about the other stuff. Whatever it is, the laundry can wait, the washing up can wait, we're going to do what you need to manage your pain for the day, okay?

As Time Passes - MMM #158 Yes, it may be coming toward the end of the year, but you can still look after yourself. You can still celebrate everything you've achieved and look forward to the year to come. Gentle with yourself, be kind.

I'll Be Here While You Sleep (MMM #157) Oh, honey. I know nightmares make it hard, but sleep is so, so important! I know, how about I stay with you while you sleep? Sure! What are friends for?