I have had a very challenging year or two (I’m 43) and have been feeling rather sickly (barfy) had some arthritis flare up time to time (not a serious variety) and MOODY morning angries. When what felt like a fever hit on and off I thought “How long will I be fighting the flu?” I find out a few weeks ago it is menopause. OK----now here’s the wierd bit----I am feeling calmer—waking up in the morning is no longer the mood nightmare and basically feeling more balanced (mood wise) in the morning than I have in years, you know that confident, unfettered sort of feeling. Ladies, have you had any similar experiences? Instead of a menopause nightmare, after the storm, has it been better for you?
Aw, hells yeah!!! I still have some night sweats, but I can deal with that.
No more PMS-y type mood swings! No more being pissed for no reason, and not being able to stop yelling at your husband! (He wasn’t very fond of that bit.)
And best of all, NO MORE PERIODS!
::raises a glass::
Here’s to you, menopause!