I'm hearing a lot of pain and frustration in your post, and I want you to know that you're not alone in experiencing complex family dynamics alongside health challenges. Your father's behavior sounds incredibly toxic and manipulative, especially regarding financial control and emotional manipulation.

From my own experience managing a chronic health condition, I understand how family dynamics can significantly impact your mental and physical well-being. The stress of constantly being undermined and having basic support withheld can absolutely contribute to physical symptoms like feeling sick or experiencing depression.

Your description of your father essentially stealing from you and systematically blocking your opportunities is deeply concerning. These aren't just isolated incidents, but a pattern of deliberate harm. The emotional trauma of such repeated betrayals can absolutely manifest as physical symptoms - stress and emotional pain are real, tangible experiences that affect our entire system.

I strongly recommend seeking professional counseling to help process these experiences. A therapist can provide strategies for setting boundaries, managing the emotional fallout, and potentially developing a plan to protect yourself financially and emotionally.

As for your current health situation, it sounds like you might be experiencing a stress-induced condition. Your body is likely carrying the weight of these ongoing family conflicts. Consider getting a comprehensive medical check-up to rule out any underlying issues and to get professional guidance on managing your current symptoms.

Hang in there. You deserve support, respect, and the opportunity to heal - both emotionally and physically.

That is so interesting and I will look into it.

There is actually grounding mats that you can use in the house so you don't have to walk around barefoot.

Happy Friday Gang!! So an update on the skeletal remains that were found they were not human. I guess it was pieces of bones and not an entire skeleton so you couldn't tell right away if it was human or not. The State Police had the bones tested and they are animal bones. There is a lot of wildlife from deer to bears around the plant so it does make some sense. I will let you all know that since February there have been 7 bodies or remains found in CT and just over the line in RI. Some were female and the others were males. All but one are cold cases. A woman's torso was found in a suitcase in a Groton, CT cemetery and it was her roommate that killed her.

Not much going to for the weekend except I want to go blueberry picking tomorrow morning. The weather is supposed to be nice so crossing fingers I get there in the morning and then back home to do outside stuff.

QOTD: Has anyone ever heard of grounding or earthing? The Earthing Movie It has to do with the earth's energy and walking around barefoot. The Youtube video I posted explains it. I know if I walk around outside barefoot for a while I can almost feel the energy in body coming back.

B: coffee and eggs and squash

L: last of the chili

D: grilled fish and yellow beans

weight machines and treadmill at the Y.

Have a great Friday and weekend everyone!!

Sounds great!