Hey love,
I'm not in hospital this Christmas *touch wood* but I spent the last three Christmas's in hospital which as you will know, sucks.
Can anybody pop in and visit you, even if it's for a short while?
I tried to keep as busy as I could by talking with other patients (who were well enough to talk) and also with staff members. I found that even staff who perhaps weren't talkative throughout most the year, made a big effort on Christmas day. It was quite a good atmosphere considering the situation.
I also kept busy if I was alone with music, reading and puzzles etc. Do you always have your phone on you? I didn't but if you do that's a good way to keep connected as you can call/text people.
I did find the hardest evening of all was Christmas Eve so please try and take care of yourself tonight. It felt really lonely imagining everyone else's excitement and knowing I was stuck there. Could you do something to pamper yourself tonight, like a nice bath/shower as much as it can be on the ward? Get in to clean pj's etc. Anything to keep you feeling as happy as possible.
PM me anytime. I'll be around. xxx
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