Know there's lots of good reasons to be these days and a lot of good reasons not to be these days. For whatever reason, I seem to be erring on the grouchy side these days. Maybe I haven't been stitching enough lately.
Laura
WA
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pattyb854
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5/14/26 3:09 AM
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Lol I thought it was only me. Lol I guess what gets me in a different mood is how ones can brag . And to see they are only lying. My husband and I laughed over one who posted of going on this trip. Posted only 1 pic and it says where the image is from. Not her pics. So red light of where they never went. I don't really get too grouchy , but hate liars. For me being grouchy I do not know why. I do crafts, meet with family, friends and loving life. But at 4 :30 pm each day my mood changes. Rather home or out. After a few hrs then I am better.
Pat
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dalene
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5/14/26 6:44 AM
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Definitely me and I haven't been doing much stitching lately. I think I need to get my butt into gear and start stitching properly again and maybe I will be more pleasant.
Delene
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Katy
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5/14/26 7:04 AM
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For sure, I am. I know it is because I am not sleeping more than 50-70 mins a time through the night, so I am very snaky and intolerant, not a lot of stitching happening to add to the woes.
Kay.
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bigbird
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5/14/26 8:49 AM
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Yep, for several reasons. Lousy weather, physical discomfort, cabin fever…
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acraftylady
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5/14/26 1:14 PM
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I drove from NY tonWV yesterday. Between the idiot drivers and all the road construction was grouchyvwgrn I got here hut better after a good night's rest. Mary
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MaryO1230
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5/14/26 1:23 PM
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Well... I'm kind of a curmudgeon anyway, but yeah.. lately I've been more of one. Can't exactly say why.
MaryO1230
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Sherryc53
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5/14/26 1:53 PM
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Yes, not getting enough sleep or don’t sleep all night and then take 2 naps during the day. I hate taking naps as the day just goes so fast and I get nothing done.
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NancyL
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5/14/26 2:38 PM
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Yes. For over a year, the hits keep coming and my tolerance is nearly gone. This has all made me grouchy but also a bit whiney. And has caused stress arrhythmia. So I've been using the Calm app, and stitching more, and weaning off of caffeine (Dr's orders and the hardest part for me).
This Monday was the biggest shock--my job of 18 years will be eliminated from the budget July 2027. So I have time but at age 62 I find myself job hunting.
That caused a shift in me. My resolve hardened. I have attitude, and a plan. I've got this. My other stressors (children) need to figure out their own lives.
And yesterday, the heart stopped fluttering.
Nancy L in FL
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sylvia55
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5/14/26 2:39 PM
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I am pretty grouchy,too. Life never improves and, like Sherry, I don't get enough sleep and it affects my productivity.
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gabbycat
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5/14/26 2:44 PM
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Nancy, you go girl!!!!!
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Magnetlady
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5/14/26 3:38 PM
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I noticed that, too, however, I've been battling (and still battling) another upper respiratory infection that I got from the daycare that I work at. UGH.
Angela, in Texas
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omalane
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5/14/26 3:41 PM
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I will go a few days in a pretty good mood, then wham, out of nowhere, grumpy. I feel sorry for dh those days. I go through the usual...all the reasons to be thankful blah, blah blah. Don't get me wrong, I am grateful for all we have etc. Sometimes a person just can't help it.
Laurie in WI
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gabbycat
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5/14/26 3:47 PM
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Get your Vitamin D and B12 levels checked. Iron too.
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joselyns72
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5/14/26 3:56 PM
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Yup, your not alone. So many issues have put me in that category.
Not sleeping is number one.
Jo
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xeyedcanuck
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5/14/26 4:07 PM
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You are not alone. I just about had a meltdown at Wally the other day because everyone is so rude. And then there is all the technology that supposedly is going to better the world. Nope, ain't falling for that one. Of course, all better within a bit after leaving the rudeness and coming home to some quiet time knitting.
Joan in B.C.
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Cristing
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5/14/26 4:25 PM
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Laura, there is a lot of stress in the world right now, so I think it's hitting a lot of people very hard.
I won't say what I believe the cause to be as it's a verboten topic on The Board and I respect Joanne's rules.
Focus on the one thing you can change: your attitude. 😉
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EllieC
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5/14/26 4:38 PM
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With age and health issues, I sometimes feel more irritable without just cause. I have to be mindful not to verbally snap at loved ones.
I also have a low point during the day around 3pm when I feel more tired and irritable. I try to make that low point "my time" to recharge with a cup of coffee, a treat to eat and time to watch TV or read.
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maryb2
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5/14/26 4:44 PM
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Hello;
SEEM TO BE FULL OF ENERGY EARLY BUT AS THE DAY GOES ON I TAKE A SLUMP IN ENERGY IN PM, WANT TO TAKE A NAP BUT WON'T SLEEP AT NIGHT
BEING LOW IN IRON MAY BE DOING THAT
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alsoran
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5/14/26 4:47 PM
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Well said, Cristing.
It's hard to avoid talking about the "elephant in the room," but agree that this is one place where we can escape to. Also, I am glad to see that people are respecting the rules of the Message Board in that respect.
I'm trying to say something without saying IT, but I feel the important thing to remember is that things ARE in turmoil on many fronts, and we ALL feel it. Just know that we are in it together and we can do a lot to help each other feel better. Pretending that things AREN'T crazy in the world, thinking that your moods are all your fault, well, that's not fair to yourself.
We can try hard to practice grace, and to be kind to each other as we go about our day. And also, to be kind and forgiving to your own self.
I do love all of you on this board.
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EllieC
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5/14/26 5:38 PM
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Alsoran, a well worded post! Thank you and Cristing as well.
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bigbird
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5/14/26 7:36 PM
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What Ellie said. Thank you for the wise words.
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Penny4
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5/14/26 7:37 PM
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I agree with Cristin,Ellie and Alsoran.The world right now is a mess,and that's all i'm saying on that.
I just greet each day with a thankful heart and tell myself how blessed i am to be on this side of the dirt another day,and then get on with the day,whatever it brings,i will handle it.
I'm very thankful for all the things i have in my life that i can escape to when the need arises,and how blessed i am to still be able to do most things.Never give up!!
Turn off those tv's and phones and turn on some music you enjoy and turn up the volumn,and sing along,doesn't matter if you're not a good singer,just sing anyway,if people don't want to hear you,they can leave the room......LOL,LOL.
Enjoy your day.
Kathi
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janinaz
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5/14/26 7:40 PM
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Not really grouchy but really sad - so many of my friends are having medical problems and I really can't help. Just try to be there if they need me.
Chonky Forest Kitty - Cross Stitch Pattern
