Congratulations @Sister.
Lots of anniveraries at this time of year isn't there?
I get what you mean. You're so focused on getting back to "normal" that I think we put life before BC on a higher pedestal than it probably deserved. Unless, of course, you happen to be fantastically rich, famous and tripping all over the world. The bills were still there, work as well, groceries and housework had to happen,kids to look after blah.
I did ponder that often. How good was it actually? Was it all I was amping it up to be. Sure, I wasn't sore, overheating every 2 mins (add in multiple side effects here). Nor did I think about death as often, but the mundane and boring daily life stuff, that hadn't changed at all. That's pretty much when I quit wanting old normal back.
I do so hope it starts to get a bit easier this year for you and that santa spoils you rotten. You deserve it lovely.
xxoxoxoxo