April 6, 2014
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My First World Problems
Sometimes I wonder why my first world problems can create a fair bit of stress in my life. For example, I had to replace the 2 valves to the washing machine at my unit. Both were just starting to leak. In order to replace the valves, the plumber had to turn off the water to my unit. After they did all their work and left, I started to clean things up. Then I noticed the shutoff valve to my unit has a very slow leak. I was told in order to repair that they would have to shut the water to my building (or one of the lines). So I’ll find out this week when they can do the repairs and how much it’ll cost.
I also got a new TV to replace my old TV. I also have to get a new audio video receiver. Now I’m trying to figure out which receivers are good, what HD packages to get, a TV stand and all those things. I don’t need audiophile equipment. I live in a condo so while I love my movies and music loud, I also don’t want to annoy my neighbours.
My car also needs the engine gasket fixed too. Ugh…
Yeah, all first world problems. Suddenly life isn’t that bad anymore. I wonder if insomnia is a first world problem. If so, I should stop feeling so bad about it.
Comments (8)
I don’t think insomnia is a first world problem, don’t feel bad it’ll just make things worse!
I think you’re right – it isn’t a first world problem. When I think of the big things other people are facing (putting food on the table, clothes on their back, roof over their heads), I wonder if they really do sleep or do they just fall asleep from exhaustion.
It’s weird how things seem to “fall apart” all at once. Not one at a time.
Yes, First World Problems…I think of them that way and it puts life into perspective. We really are very blessed!
I think insomnia is a result of us having too much on our minds…too busy with life…etc. I hope you can find some ways to relax and calm into sleep. I have a sleep routine and it works for me. I’m a good sleeper.
HUGS!!!
I envy good sleepers. Thanks for the hugs.
I had insomnia even when I was in India! Sorry about all the problems that you have had with your washing machine and the unit. Hope they take care of it soon.
Sometimes these problems seem to all happen at the same time. I wish they would just space them apart.
ALL of our problems are first world problems. they effected us personally and should be taken seriously. but yes, our life is still much better than the life of millions of people on this planet who don’t live with a proper living standard such as with food, water, air, and roof over their heads. so let’s take a deep breath, take things one day at a time, and remember to keep smiling.
Yes, I agree. I know many people in this planet would love to have my problems.