Plan With Me - Classic Vertical Happy Planner Spread for my Patron, Nicole - September 2024

[@bridge-it171]

I had floaters happen suddenly at age 58 or so. As you said, no one tells you this stuff is going to happen. I had a very hard time ignoring them for quite a while-like maybe a few months. My physician was compassionate but matter of fact, I was going to have to learn to live with it. I decided to try to “look past” them and mentally concentrate on whatever I wanted to see. I’ve heard what ever you focus on grows! I am now 70 and I really don’t see the floaters anymore unless I concentrate on them. You WILL. get better. I think COVID hitting you at the same time has made you discouraged. Make a date with yourself to skim through this video is a couple of months. I bet you will be amazed at the progress you have made. Keep going and take courage, Mary Ellen. It’s not as dark as it seems right now. Praying for you!

[@PlanningwithBumble]

Thanks for this, gives me hope

[@celesteransom4636]

It’s sweet of you to acknowledge other people’s struggles, but remember, just because someone else is in a body cast, doesn’t mean your broken arm doesn’t hurt. I wish you a speedy recovery. We all love you. Absolutely beautiful spread.

[@lisaheffley7134]

I have struggled with depression since my 21 year old son disappeared eleven years ago and I so identify with your disappointment with you are doing really good and then all of a sudden everything goes wrong! It’s so easy to sink into the darkness. Give yourself some grace. Take a lot of time to love on yourself. The lighting is absolutely fine. In fact, I wouldn’t have noticed and still really can’t tell a difference. Give your eyes a chance to heal, this is new. It’s going to be okay. You are a warrior. Hold onto that. You’ve been through far worse and made it through. ❤ YOU have been through far worse! You are entitled to feel your feelings.

[@stephaniestamper6066]

Love, I am so sorry you're experiencing this health issue; you've been on such a roller coaster. I would watch you build a spread in the dark; you do what's best for your health. If a dimmer room is best for your eyes, love, you sit in a dimmer room and bring us your beautiful art. Do not worry about offending others by telling us what your struggles are, we're here for you, and we will listen to you unpack. Sending you all the love your hand and heart can hold.

[@ArtJunkie]

The lighting is all good. Sorry that this has happened to you. 😊

[@emotionalstability]

Amen - you’ve made planning a joyful experience for me. Please don’t feel bad and know you’re not alone. ❤

[@margaretsaldana289]

I developed a very large floater when I was recovering from cataract surgery, I blamed myself because I thought I caused it because I bent over. My floater looked like a spider web in the beginning and it really made me depressed. But I have some really good eye doctors and they did everything to make sure that it wasn’t a retinal tear. This all happened in January and it has gotten a lot better! Our brains are truly amazing and you do not notice them over time! Your videos helped me during that time and you encouraged me to continue with planning and stay positive. It does get better! Hang in there!

[@teresascafasci7027]

I'm so sorry you're dealing with this😢 don't even worry about the light. Do you what you need to do..sending you love and hugs❤

[@queenfroglady6]

So sorry you're experiencing this, Mary Ellen! I've never experienced eye floaters but I have a head injury right now and I experience extreme light sensitivity with other eye issues as well that have impacted my daily life. I have found that using prescription sunglasses even in my house for projects that need extra lighting have been a saving grace. I definitely have to wear dark glasses whenever I go outside (even on overcast days) or if I go into a store. While my situation isn't the same as yours I thought maybe this might help you be able to still be able to exist in a "well-lit" world that makes you happy as you described until your brain adjusts to your new eye structure. In the meantime, go easy on yourself, breathe, and hang in there. Remember you have overcome far worse. You are a strong woman. You got this! By the way, the spread turned out great as always!

[@kaylasullivan3929]

Oh sweet Mary Ellen, how I wish I could give you a hug to feel better. I feel for you with all that you have going on. I love your resilience and mindset!

[@lisaogrady2900]

Beautiful spread! I think it’s great that you feel comfortable discussing your life with us. Think of us as therapists lol. Sending love and light. BTW the lighting was fine.

[@karenbookout3487]

I’ve had floaters in one eye for more than 30 years and yes you do become use to them. They’re just a blurry spot that I truly look thru. They have glasses that are made for computer use which block some of the light but let you still see the colors etc that might help. I have a pair with amber lenses that truly help. Good luck and stay positive, you will adjust and life will go one ❤

[@JoanneG-n7p]

The same thing happened to me on the way to my son’s wedding weekend. It started by seeing such a bright flash that I thought it was fireworks! I had so many floaters. They disappeared within a couple of weeks. Apparently they are still there but I don’t t see them anymore unless I look up at a sky with no clouds and concentrate on trying to find them. The brain is an amazing thing. You will adjust. That was 8 years ago. It never happened with my other eye. I hope you recover very soon!❤

[@PlanningwithBumble]

Thank you for commenting!

[@susanfreyer5876]

I have had floaters my entire life (55now) some days they are bad especially when doing detailed work but it DOES GET BETTER. You will adjust-I do feel like my brain ignores them most days. But I do have more every year-but you can handle it. I agree that aging sucks -just finished radiation from breast cancer and I just had COVID too-some days are tough but I have to stay busy and keep going. It’s crazy and crappy but listen, we are strong women and we can handle anything life brings and be better for it. Stay positive and stay strong-you are working out to make your body stronger-don’t let these things bring you down- you can overcome it! You’ve got this!!❤ love, love, love your channel and your designs-you are phenomenal!

[@lynnplansahead]

I feel we are on the same journey with our eyes. I had this happen to me 3 weeks ago in my right eye. I have a 'sheet' floater in my eye that blurs my vision about 30% of the time and a very dark floater. My ophthalmologist told me the same thing, it's just aging. You will adjust. And be glad it's not a retinal tear/detachment. It's HARD. I work on computers and do visual media as a job. It is very distracting. I feel my brain is adjusting to it, but it's the emotional part that is the struggle. I have to just 'blink' through it, and not get frustrated/angry/upset because that only exacerbates it. I am so sorry you are going through this as well. Here's to our brains quickly adapting. ❤

[@candicefelice8380]

You have been through so much. I’m sending good vibes and all the healing energy to you. It will take time, a friend of mine dealt with it, but she said it has gotten to the point where it’s not omnipresent like it is at first. Neuro-plasticity will make the pathways needed to train your mind. The same way we don’t notice our noses.

[@dr.janaleewagner1177]

I haven't experienced floaters myself, but have had several patients who have. Each of them were able to get to the place they don't notice them and a few they got better/smaller and less. Cute spread. ❤

[@deborahglover0112]

So sorry that you're going through all those health issues. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. I absolutely love this spread, so colorful and cheery. Hope you feel better soon❤🙏

[@seekinghappy]

Mary Ellen, I’m so sorry that you’re going through these issues. I don’t have any experience with that, but I did have health issues these past two years and I really sympathize with you. You did a great job of vocalizing how hard it is to go through the sudden loss of health, thank you so much for sharing. Wishing you the best and sending good vibes. And the lighting was totally fine so feel free to take it easy on your eyes.

[@debbiew7496]

Here’s some positive stories and reason for hope. My husband has two retinal tears and had them successfully repaired. My friend had what you are experiencing with floaters and had the surgery and has great vision now.

[@killielila]

Big hugs . Love te wallpaper id frame the other sample looks like a fancy print

[@incandescentlymade]

These spreads turned out beautiful 😍

[@susancromer6758]

Mary Ellen, I'm so sorry. My husband had this happen several years ago, and he wants to encourage you to hang in there. For him it was better in a few weeks. It was very scary when it happened, but he's just fine now.

[@PlanningwithBumble]

Thank you ❤️

[@mechudoba]

Sending you all the positive energy.

[@belindaaguirre8181]

Oh my goodness precious lady. Yes, definitely too much has happened to you, plus dealing with the dreaded Covid! Yet you keep going. The lighting was just fine. Thank you for this video. You continue to inspire me with your incredible creations.

[@glendarobinson1175]

Sending you prayers Mary Ellen! This is a beautiful spread, I also love the wallpaper you chose.❤

[@muzzable]

Oh Mary Ellen, I’m so sorry this is happening to you. Stay strong, do what you need to do to get healthy and take care of yourself. We will watch whatever you post. We will be here for you. Blessings to you.❤

[@niksterbudgetz]

It gets better!! It happened to my mom and she said it took a year to not notice. But she can drive now and still work at a computer. She doesnt even notice it at all

[@HildieMcQueen]

Aging sucks! Ha ha ha I'm 62, one day woke up with tons of floaters, went to eye doctor they told me it was part of aging and that I'd be surprised how fast my brain would adjust. Honestly after about a month, I forgot about them. Listening to your video, I was trying to see if I can see them and barely notice them. It will pass, hang in there and don't apologize for what you're feeling.

[@PlanningwithBumble]

Good to hear, thank you

[@gwenngauthier1301]

Oh my dear. You are really getting whacked lately. I don’t notice my floaters anymore. I mean, I may see a thread go by once in a while, but it’s far less annoying. You’re so right. Nobody tells us about the things that will happen to us as we age. Growing old isn’t for the faint of heart. 😂 But seriously, it’s ok if you need to share. I don’t mind. I’ve been following you for a few years now and you feel like family to me. And you may not know it, but you have helped me and many of your followers, not just how to make pretty stuff (I am not Marry Ellen level good, but I like what I’m doing), but also teaching us how to cope with life by sharing your life. You are more of an inspiration than you’ll ever know. Sending you hugs and positive vibes.

[@dazzlingcreativevibesandpl6774]

I'm so sorry to hear about your eyes & all the frustratition it is causing you. I''m so glad to see lots of positive & encouraging stories others have shared & hope things improve for you as well. So happy that you have beautiful doors to look at, and that front door is 🤩. We are all here for you..

[@heidifrazier7689]

COVID this time around is no joke! I had it a few weeks ago, and the exhaustion was awful. Sending you hugs and good vibes. Give yourself grace, and allow yourself to feel all the feels. ❤❤

[@BjorkL]

I think it turned out great!

[@sarahharris4830]

I had floaters that suddenly appeared when I was in my fifties. I was extremely concerned because I taught high school English, so, as in your situation, decent vision was necessary for me to do my job! My doctor said the floaters would probably go away. (He did put me on blood pressure medication.) Thank God, that is exactly what happened! I am now retired, almost 69, and they are still gone! I am going to pray that the same thing happens for you.

[@ellenschlagel8030]

I'm so sorry to hear you are dealing with floaters, but happy to hear it was not a retinal tear! I have had floaters for the past several years, and you will get used to them and be able to look past them. Sometimes I will sit and shake my head and watch them bounce around just to entertain myself!🤣 My husband had a retinal tear and fortunately had one of the best retinal doctors in the country! After unsuccessfully trying a gas bubble to hold the tear in place he had a buckle placed around his eyeball to increase the pressure on the retina and hold it in place. Worst part of it was he had to hold his head in a certain position for 2 weeks! The lighting on your video was just fine. Do what you have to do to adjust to the floaters, and if that means shorter, dimmer, less frequent videos, then make it what YOU need to do! We can always go back and watch older videos to get our regular dose of your creative layouts! 🙏🙏🙏

[@indianainkerplans]

I had that happen last year and it freaked me out as well. I did wait until the next morning and called the eye dr. They looked like a spider web over my eye. I don’t notice them much at all anymore. When I do I’m usually at work with fluorescent lighting while looking at my computer. Once I found out it was normal, I wasn’t as freaked out. You will adjust to them, but it may take a few weeks. At least they don’t hurt, which I was thankful for. Yes, your brain will adjust. I was skeptical of that as well. Covid may be enhancing it as well, so once you’re recovered from that, it may get better as well. I had a follow up as well and the tear isn’t common. My dr didn’t say anything about not lifting or bending, but I also don’t work out or have children to carry around. I hope you feel better soon. You’ll be back to normal in no time. 😊

[@brendachapman7686]

I’ve had eye floaters for years. I used to swat at them thinking it was bugs. Trust me you will get used to them and won’t pay that much attention to them. I still see them but they don’t bother me anymore. I have gotten used to them. So sorry you’ve had covid. Take care of yourself. Praying for you. ❤

[@Movingwest04]

I was just diagnosed with this last month. (No covid for me) Also told that brain will learn to ignore it. Feel your pain it’s extremely scary and frustrating. Hang in there ❤

[@lburgess223]

i 😍your spread...great job! Sorry your going through all the things! Im not sure I ever heard of those kind of symptoms! I started planning in April 2021...you were the first person I found and took time out of your schedule to answer my questions when I was not sure about this new hobby! As your Planner Pal all the way from Canada....I feel your pain of the health issues hindering you from doing what you love! Don't give up! My prayers are with you! All thee best❤!

[@graceparker4402]

oh MaryEllen! I'm so sorry to hear about your PVD. Yes, I had that. It was a bunch of years ago now, I think I might have also been 57. I had been staring at Excel spreadsheets all day. When I left my building it was dark outside, and I thought the lobby lights were a bit bright. A few years before, I had vitamin B6 toxicity and had terrible light sensitivity, and night driving was a challenge. Then I thought it was the streetlights. When I got off at my freeway exit, there were no streetlights and I was still seeing a very bright light (where a streetlight might be). Off to the doc for me. They said 'oh it's a vitrous detachment.' I thought, well, yay, it's not a retinal detachment. I said 'what do we do?' and they wree like 'wait.' I do take a supplement of hyaluronic acid - it helps some people with floaters. It did resolve and rather quickly. Pain/struggle Olympics serves no one, you don't have to apologize because it's hard for you (just because other folks have different struggles). I have every confidence you will get your lovely vision back.

[@roslitajohn8551]

I was sick (felt like covid, which I had before, but was testing negative) most of April and May with an ugly cough. Early may I had the same thing happen. It was hard to do anything without my eye getting dry and irritated. I have bad astigmatism, so it made it hard to see clearly. I was told the same thing, my brain had to register that it was normal. It took about 2 weeks before my brain accepted the floaters. I still see them now and then. It does get better. Praying for you Mary Ellen. 🙏 ❤🤗

[@nbmcla2]

I LOVE that wallpaper

[@pennyg.4068]

So very sorry to hear about your covid illness and about your eye condition. Sending you lots of love and prayers for both and I too loved the spread and the lighting was just fine. 💜🙏

[@mollyjones7737]

First of all, the lighting is fine. Do what you need to do to take care of you! I’ve never heard of the eye condition, and I’m sorry. The wallpaper you chose is beautiful, and I love it. Yes you sound like you have Covid, but that’s ok. Please don’t apologize for sharing what’s happening to you. It’s something I appreciate about you

[@teddited9682]

Doc said my eyes would adjust to the floaters and for me at least they did

[@cathyholman4959]

Your lighting is perfect!❤

[@cinsl3y914]

I had it happen to me about 10 years ago and it’s true. You will get used to it and it will stop bothering you. I wish I could say how long it took. It’s just one day very soon you will notice the floaters are gone. They’re still there and if you focus hard you can see them but you stop seeing them. If that makes any sense. Don’t give up or into the dark thoughts. You’ll overcome it. ❤

[@cinsl3y914]

And you don’t have to minimize your problems. Yes some folks have it worse. But what you’re going through is big in your life and doesn’t make it any less. You’ve got this. ❤

[@dachelldavis]

I pray your vision improves instead of declines Mary Ellen. Doctors know a lot but not everything can be predicted. Stay positive. And please don’t feel like you can’t express your hurt and worry. If it bothers others they can click off. 🤷🏽‍♀️ No apologies needed for sharing your experience!😉 Sending prayers of good blessings to you!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@alias065]

❤❤ sending up prayers and positive vibes your way. I hope you’re better soon. The light is fine. I didn’t give it a thought until you explained it.

[@ashleighosburne5041]

Hi Mary Ellen!! I am a diabetic and have had floaters and burst blood vessels in the back of my eyes. I have also had the surgery on one eye where they remove the vitrius jelly from the eye and replace it with a synthetic jelly that way it doesn’t know to pull on the floaters or blood vessels. Rest assured my surgery worked and healing time was 2 weeks. this happened back in 2012 when I was 27! All is well and I don’t experience any more floaters or broken blood vessels in that eye 🙏🏻❤️ I completely understand how your feeling about your situation and wanted to share a bit of hope with you!!

[@michelesmith8356]

I have had one floater in my right eye for as long as I can remember. Thankfully, it comes and goes. I can’t imagine having numerous eye floaters in one eye. The other comments gives me hope that you will eventually get past this. Great big hugs to you. Also, the lighting is just fine. I didn’t even notice it until you pointed it out. 😊

[@patriciaellingsworth7075]

Mary Ellen please remember there are many people who care about you and are praying for your recovery. It’s easy to say it will get better when it’s not our problem. I think you are a very strong person with everything you have gone through and survived. Doctors from my experience always tell us the worst possible outcome just follow their treatment plan and give yourself time to heal.

[@PlanningwithBumble]

Thank you! The doctor isn’t wrong for saying it’ll happen in my left eye too. There’s only less than 5% chance that it won’t. My hope is that it happens without floaters or with minimum floaters

[@bubblepuffs]

I truly believe you will be able to not notice them. Our brain is amazing at adjusting to these things. It's necessary for our survival. ❤ When I got covid I got pretty bad tinnitus from nowhere, and at first I was in total obsessive panic mode. But now I don't hear it anymore. Unless I try to really focus on it. So my brain has learned to filter out that sound. It's pretty cool. Also, the lighting is still very good ❤

[@katrinacole6741]

I am so sorry you're going through this. My father, years ago, had a procedure where they cleaned up that "gel" in his eye. They actually did both and he had no further problems. But I would get a second opinion.

[@mariabennett6327]

Same thing happened to me. Within a short time the floaters weren’t so bothersome. Yes I sometimes still notice them but they are easy to ignore. It’s a normal process of aging. Not dwelling on it is key. It’s just floaters.

[@jarabee2022]

I had similar eye issues earlier this year ~ I’m 56. My symptoms were similar to yours. I was diagnosed as having had a Ocular Migraine. I was prescribed several migraine medicines, but the most effective was NURTEC.

[@EileenR17732]

I had that vitreous detachment in my right eye years ago (in my late 30s). I’m 52 now and it still hasn’t happened yet to my left eye. You need to be careful of a retinal detachment because the vitreous can pull on the retina while it’s detaching. If you see a blacked out “curtain” in your vision you need to get to an ophthalmologist ASAP. I still see floaters but not nearly as bad as it was. You will get used to them. I think some of the tiny ones float down to the bottom of your eye and just stay there. I know how annoying it is but just give it time. It will get better. I only notice mine in bright light now on occasion.

[@jessicaburkett78]

Hi! I’m so sorry you are going through this. I don’t have any experience with this, yet at least. My mom did deal with it for 9-12 months though and she was able to go back to details and crafting without too much interruption after about 6 months. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@PlanningwithPeggy]

Oh my gosh girl, when do you get a break? The lighting was fine…I’d watch you with whatever the circumstance is. I’m praying for you and sending positive energy from across the bridge. My dad started having eye issues like you explained while driving a camper home from vacation. His father had eye issues too and I’m very scared at 60. Getting old? I hate that saying. I hope this gets better soon. I’m still pegvande but created a YT channel (which I haven’t done anything with), which is why my name is different but I’ve been with you for years. Thank you for sharing. Go Gilmore Girls.

[@TheTranquilGal]

I had floaters - it was as if someone was scribbling with a marker inside my eye. Your brain will start to ignore the floaters! ❤ I enjoy my hobbies and all is well.

[@bakeuplittlesuzy9518]

Oh, I love this! It's so cheerful 🌞

[@joypeyatt1175]

My eyes are so much better. I have 20/20 eye sight now but just need to wear dollar tree glasses for reading and journaling.

[@Gatonegrosatx]

I randomly got a floater. When I first noticed it I was driving and I thought I had a spider crawling in me so that was super scary but it’s been getting smaller and now I ONLY notice it when I’m looking at super bright screens or when it’s bright out. It’s been a few months and it does get better it’s about the size of a gnat now when I do notice it. I hope it gets better for you soon. It will ❤❤❤

[@Gatonegrosatx]

I just turned 30🎉

[@g.ecoleman5910]

This happened to me as well right after I got my first and worse case of Covid (high fever for days). In the beginning it drove me crazy but now I hardly notice. It’s annoying but you will get use to it. 😊

[@user-oc8ly9uw3q]

I had flashes and floaters happen to me after a mild fender bender. I did end up with a tiny retinal tear, which they fixed. I'm a nail tech, so I understand the fear of it being permanent. The floaters are still there, but my mind had learned to look past them. My other eye has now developed floaters and small flashes due to old age. I'm only 51, lol. To give you hope, I am still doing nails, plus I cross stitch every day :) This is with floaters and flashers in both eyes now 🤗

[@PlanningwithBumble]

I’m glad you’re doing well! Thanks for posting!

[@andreal.morgan6945]

I have a different eye condition, so your mileage may vary. I have scarring on my retina from histoplasmosis, and I've had multiple retinal bleeds from it. Right at a year ago, I had another one, but my retinologist had retired so I had to wait 9 weeks to get into a new one. I have permanent scarring and distortion on my retina, but I have adjusted to it. I am very pleased that 90% of the time I don't notice it in day to day life. It's worse when I'm tired, and I sometimes have to close that eye when I'm doing very detailed small things. It was terrifying to spend those 9 weeks with my vision getting worse and worse so I'm sure that sudden change was also terrible. I hope you have rapid improvement in your eye issues. Mine took several months to adjust, but I also had to wait for the blood to re-absorb as much as it was going to. Please share the things that are on your heart, people care about you and want to be supportive.

[@darcyjanssen1491]

This happened to me 2 months ago. Totally freaked me out!!! For a few weeks I had headaches from it but it has gotten better. The spots are getting smaller and I am noticing them less and less.

[@janicehopkins6198]

Great wallpaper!

[@dianap4120]

So sorry you are experiencing this eye issue. I have several floaters that have faded over time and usually notice only in bright light. I have a friend who had a procedure to remove a large floater that was right in center of her vision. She’s had no problem afterwards. Praying all goes well with your healing.

[@mariahm.26]

Oh honey I’m so sorry you’re going through this. Praying for recovery.

[@gittepedersen1665]

Must admit I've never heard of it before. 💖💖

[@johnandkathykeener7720]

I’m very sorry to hear you are going through this. The lighting is actually fine. Take care of yourself.

[@aleksandra1165]

well, I never heard about eye floaters. I do have visual snow tho - I found what it is in my twenties. It's like a filter on my vision with little colorful blinking pixels, a television static if you will, and I can't turn off. If I don't think about it I don't "see it", I hope you can get used to that or better yet that it'll go away. Sending you all the good vibes.

[@denisetschida93]

I have some floaters in my right eye. At first I thought they were bits of mascara and i see them mostly in super bright light. No kidding it’s weird but I have learned to ignore them for the most part. It makes Photoshop fun - I’m not sure if what I see is on the photo or in my eye, so I have to trust. But they aren’t horrible and I’ve learned to get around it. It’s going to be ok, it’s weird but not horrible.

[@jowilliams5768]

I’m 61 and have had floaters off and on for several years. My eye doc told me they will be worse when the eye doesn’t have anything to “concentrate on”, so they are worse outdoors on a clear sunny day when I look at the sky (hope that makes sense). I’ve gotten used to them and they are rarely bothersome anymore. Hope that helps. Always enjoy your videos!

[@plansinthemaking]

This happened to me during the pandemic! I thought it must be a migraine as I saw all these black floaters like spiderwebs. Like you I found out it’s quite common for people in their 50’s but I never heard of it and was pretty scared! A week after it happened in one eye it happened in my other eye! 😮 I was relieved their was no tearing (rhyming with scaring) as that can happen. I too was pretty devastated as I was told it shouldn’t be noticeable after a while but having things floating across your vision all the time is horrible. I also stopped driving at night as I would get flashes when I turned my head at junctions! It’s particularly noticeable when there is bright light. The good news is that I don’t notice it like I used to now though it did take a while and it doesn’t go - you just notice it less. Hang in there! It gets better. I know how upsetting it is but I filmed KZbin videos with no issues so I’m sure you’ll be okay with filming soon once you’re more used to it.

[@jenniferpeacock9291]

I started using Castor Oil on my eyes at night for over 6 months. My eyelashes have grown and my floaters are better. (FYI - not all castor oil is the same. Make sure it is a dark glass bottle and organic.)

[@TeamM334]

Keep the lighting at the level that is comfortable for you, I don't even notice it. A few years ago I developed the eye floaters as well. At first I was very bothered by them and they worried me, but as time went on I noticed them less and less. It may take some time, but your brain will learn to ignore them as well. Hang in there.

[@indigobluedragon1974]

I have too floaters and I turn 50 in December. Your brains will adjust and only super bright lights bother. This lighting in your videos is good. Being sick takes mood down and will be better, keep filming. I love your videos.

[@shelly3251]

I have the floaters along with flashes of white dots and ocular migraines . Sucks and frustrating at first. My doctor talked about the surgery as well. She said it’s painful and should be considered in very extreme cases. I see more floaters when I’m tired but most of the time they don’t bother me. I need to take your advice about daily gratitude.

[@wendyhansen2317]

I’ve had the vitreal detachment in both eyes with the floaters and flashes of light. My eye doctor said it was age related and common although I’ve never heard of it and I’m a nurse. Anyway, one eye is fine now- don’t see any floaters now but the other eye has a blurry spot that hasn’t gone away for months. Dr said it may be permanent and it’s frustrating. And the spot moves when my eye moves. It’s making it harder to read. Dr told me to use OTC reading glasses 2+ and that really helps. Maybe try that. And BTW, your lighting is fine.

[@marshacasteen9300]

I had floaters a number if years ago but they all resolved with tine. Mine were not as intense as yours but they did resolve.

[@bigqueenbudgets2373]

I’ve had eye flutters and use to feel the same way. I attest my situation to over using reader glasses instead of going to the eye doctor. It’s the left eye for me. I sometimes have to close my eye tight and open up to focus

[@acunningplan4892]

Sorry to hear. Hope it gets better soon! x

[@joypeyatt1175]

I had floaters for about 2 years. Then my doctor said I shouldn't drive. Then I didn't go to the eye doctor for two more years then My regular doctor told me my sight was in danger. By the time I went to eye doctor I was scared. But he told me I cataract's. That I could wait longer but let me decide if I wanted to go ahead and decided to have the surgery. Which I wasn't having the floaters any longer. I suggest you get second opinion from a eye specialist.

[@BjorkL]

I haven't had a detachment, but I have had floaters for many years (I'm currently 47). I was told by my optometrist to not rub my eyes, which will help them to settle out of view. Rubbing will cause them to continue to float. I always get new ones and you do get used to them, but there are times when I think there is a bug and I "swap" it away. I feel for you. ❤ Please give it a chance to settle a bit out of view and see if not rubbing helps.🤞🏻9:09

[@deladyakarobin4777]

The lighting is just fine, didn't bother me one bit. Hang in there Mary Ellen. Much love.

[@jeniferdelatorre5296]

Oh Mary Ellen!! I’m still watching but just wanted to send you some love. I’m so sorry you’re dealing with this and I thank you for bringing awareness. I had no idea! Please keep your chin up and hang in there. I have heard how AMAZING our brain and eyes are and how the brain totally fills and and compensates for any deficiencies. I believe your doctor! Try to be positive and also give yourself to feel grace…but acknowledge and take note of it and try not to sit in it ( I know that’s easier said than done) Hugs and love. Ok back to the video! Oh and I don’t mind the lighting!

[@cathywright4133]

Oh, sweet MaryEllen, you share what you want…no more, no less. We are on your channel because we all care about you, and Bumble.😉. I haven’t had Covid or floaters, so I can’t help there. You take care

[@lynnetteschouten2558]

Have experienced it Floaters gone quickly and only in one eye. Hoping the same for you. Hang in there ❤

[@marcyblanton392]

I am 62 and have had floaters off and on for many years. The doctor did finally I had them before I noticed them too bad. They do get worse at times but they also get better off and on. Mine look like what people like in a microscope😅

[@MayaCanada23]

The red is probably your nail polish. It happens to all of us!

[@annmariesmith-eakins1327]

Same thing happened to me with floaters. No problem now they seemed to disappear. Hang on

[@PlanningwithBumble]

Thanks for commenting

[@lauragokey9109]

Girl, you could plan with all the lights off using a flashlight and we would watch!! Also, we don't mind you talking about your health issues...your videos feel like we are just sitting around and talking like friends. I'm so sorry you are going through this!

[@randimartin1491]

Having worn glasses since I was 9, I am also very sensitive about issues with my eyes/vision. I totally get it. Maybe you can wear sunglasses while you film so you're not sacrificing your lighting.

[@denisetschida93]

Bumble!❤

[@Jana_14320]

I was just diagnosed with MS and one of the symptoms is floaters and “lightening bolts”. It’s crazy! Look around for a good eye doctor and take care of yourself

[@michelleglascock8306]

I developed a floater in my right eye this summer after having cataract surgery it’s annoying. I have one and it seems large. I went to the eye doctor and he said it is a permanent condition. They eventually fade to the back of the eye, and you seem to ignore them after a while. at this point, I’ve been dealing with it for two months and I found that if I keep my eye still and focus, I don’t see it, but the faster I move my eyes back-and-forth makes its presence known.

[@maxinehowe7336]

I have vitreous detachment in both eyes. Mine started during a bad storm and we had lost power. I was walking down the hall to go to bed and saw a large silvery flash of light out of my left eye. I thought it was lightning. I went to the eye doctor and they told me the same as you. My right eye eventually had the same happen. The brain really does adjust. I edited this post from what I wrote initially because of what you said, so...I will say that it truly does get better, but in all honesty, you "may" have to make changes. Maybe not. We're all different.

[@maxinehowe7336]

Here's a little encouragement...I am not really affected by light. And most importantly, I can continue working on one of my main hobbies...diamond painting!

[@removehandle-hidden]

Hello Mary Ellen the light was fine. And your spread is amazing. I would like to encourage you to get a second or even a third opinion from Eye specialists on your condition. Stay positive even though it’s difficult. I will pray for you.

[@PlanningwithBumble]

I actually saw a specialist at an eye hospital near me when it happened, seeing my own eye doctor in a month.

[@LizzaLee]

I'm so sorry. I had Covid again a couple of weeks ago. It has been rampant lately. And yes, I got a lot of new floaters a couple of years ago. You really do get used to it. Really. You still see them sometimes, but your brain just kind of ignores them. I know it's hard and scary because you've already been through so much with your vision. My dad had amblyopia, too. It was never corrected and he was very protective of his good eye because that was the only one he had.

[@PlanningwithBumble]

Yeah my vision already wasn’t good because of the amblyopia and nearsightedness and astigmatism. I’ve had vision issues my whole life and have had probably 6 eye surgeries

[@sherriechandler6582]

The red marks on the paper are from your nails. Pretty spread. You will get through this. The Lord is testing you to make you stronger. You know what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger. You are probably stronger than most. It feels like a lot but just know you will get through it and be a light for others. 😘 you are being refined, you know the refiners fire thing? Just pray for comfort and the Lord will bless you with it, I promise. I’m praying for comfort for you as well.