We had a funny kind of week, anticipating our weekend in Glasgow to celebrate Nella’s 18th birthday with Freya. I got the zippered leaders finished while Nella made sure her college work was up to date. We also made her a simple halter-neck top and a couple of hairbands. The thing was that we thought Freya was coming home midweek to go to the dentist so we did not plan much, thinking that we would be doing stuff with her. She cancelled that because she felt too busy so we were kind of kicking our heels for a couple of days at a bit of a loose, holidayish end.
We arrived in Glasgow mid-afternoon on Friday and found the Volvo an even trickier beast to park than the Landy. There is no parking anywhere near Freya’s flat so I had to hunt for some suitable street parking where I could safely leave it for 3 days.
We had an itinerary that included a yarn festival, lunch out, a visit to the Tenement Museum, pumpkin carving and even a cocktail. It was a lovely weekend, far better than last year’s hospital birthday, even though Nella is still very much struggling with her anorexia. Trips like this are essential for reminding her that there can be a life of freedom and fun if she chooses Recovery. It is hard, though because after an event such as this, the “voice” in her head will demand a relapse. We have to stay several steps ahead which is why we are planning to return to Glasgow this weekend for Halloween…
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