As I tried to think outside my bipolar management box this summer, I kept coming back to the increased isolation caused by COVID-19. So, I asked my sister if it would be possible to live together.
Not only was she agreeable, but completely willing to sell her house so we could find a place that fit us. In just a couple of weeks, we found the right house with a lovely garden situated in a quiet neighborhood. She takes possession tomorrow and we will be moved in by the end of the month.
I know this will make a huge difference in my mental health. Just to hear someone else puttering around. And I believe my sister when she says it will be good for her too.
So, here’s to stepping outside the box!
SandySue Altered
A Mind Divided 
Oct 14, 2020 @ 13:04:27
OMG OMG OMG I’m so sooooooo happy for you!!!! Best BEST wishes to you both, for everything good amid all this yuck!!! YAAAAAAYY!!!
Oct 14, 2020 @ 13:37:39
Thank you, Catherine. So very much.
Oct 14, 2020 @ 13:20:36
Love you two! Holler if you could use assistance or a moving day meal from our kitchen. Martha and Jon 😊
Oct 14, 2020 @ 13:37:10
Thanks so much, my friends. Sherry is moving on Tuesday and I’m moving the following Monday. At least my furniture and heavy stuff is. I get until mid-November to S-L-O-W-L-Y transfer all my stuff one carload at a time.
Oct 14, 2020 @ 15:40:41
Wonderful News to Hear!!! I’m so ever grateful the skyrocketing renter costs in the summer of 2019 and the loss of a roommate, led my son to move home to ‘save up to go forth later.” – Having him here has been such a blessing during these past trying months on many fronts – Best Wishes for you all on moving day and ‘housewarming’ blessing sent your way!
Nov 18, 2020 @ 09:17:38
Oh! I think we all had to think out of the box this year. Thank you & here we are doing it.
Sorry it took me so long to reply.
Nov 18, 2020 @ 09:21:05
No worries and yup. The year of flying by ones pants and being innovative for sure. 👍
Oct 14, 2020 @ 17:16:59
First time ever commenting on your blog after months of reading/lurking. I am THRILLED that you are doing this. How wonderful for you both! I have found living alone to be so hard right now. ((((HUGS))))
Nov 18, 2020 @ 09:15:24
Hi, Sally. Thank you for stepping out of the Hiding Place. Sorry it took me so long to reply. The bipolar thing, you know?
Oct 15, 2020 @ 04:57:50
Oh Sandy, this is the BEST news I have heard in quite some time!! So very happy for you both. There truly is nothing better than the quiet companionship of a loved one. Those smiles say it all. CONGRATULATIONS!
Nov 18, 2020 @ 09:13:49
Thanks,sweetie. Sorry it took me so long to reply.
Oct 16, 2020 @ 01:01:47
Sandy, that’s the best news ever…. Congratulations to both of you. Well done.. May you be a comfort to each other in the future and may you both live happily in the enforced isolation but knowing that you are not alone. I was worried about you but I’m glad to hear those news now. Bless you….
Sending a virtual high-five and a hug at great distance!
Nov 18, 2020 @ 09:13:11
Thanks, Friend. Sorry it took me so long to reply.
Oct 16, 2020 @ 12:23:39
Love those smiles! I’m so happy for you both. Good luck 💕
Nov 18, 2020 @ 09:12:19
Sorry it took me so long to reply.
Oct 19, 2020 @ 04:42:25
Aw, that’s GREAT!!! I’m so happy for both of you!!
Nov 18, 2020 @ 09:11:55
Sorry it took me so long to reply.
Oct 19, 2020 @ 09:20:06
What a beautiful resolution, so glad you landed on this and how everything is falling into place so nicely. Take care and congratulations!