I never really thought a lot about it. I figured this is just the way I am. I viewed myself as a morning person. My daughter and my sister thought otherwise, which is what prompted us to discuss my sleep patterns with my cardiologist and pulmonologist.
Turns out I have sleep apnea! I am now getting used to using a CPAP machine. It is not an easy adjustment, but I am already sleeping longer than I was.
I have to laugh at myself, because I have several friends who use CPAPs, but never once did I wonder if I had similar sleep issues. Well, live and learn! Now I am asking these friends a lot of questions about their experiences. Oh, and I've had to start setting the alarm clock when I need to be up at a certain time.
My Gratitude for Today
- I slept 7 1/2 hours last night without waking or getting up once. I am beginning to adjust to the CPAP machine.
- Time with friends, and their willingness to share their wisdom and experience with me.
- I have a wonderful and caring daughter.
- We are having some nice weather with warmer temperatures and beautiful sunshine.
- I am getting in the mood to start some seeds for my garden.
- My work at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. It is such a beautiful place to spend time. The pictures above are from the Gardener's Show House.
Glad to hear it's working! Getting good sleep will change the quality of your life.
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