Some Things that I have learned over the past ten days while sick

There is something about that persistent ache that makes you want your Mom no matter how old you are.

I love my bed but somehow the couch has become my sanctuary. It is located in the most convenient spot in my apartment and is comfortable and cozy. All the requirements when you don’t feel quite like yourself.

Reading is a great distraction but not when you are sick.

I have come to appreciate daytime television but I find that most of it is junk and would much rather watch a movie or sleep.

I can sleep for eighteen hours straight and still want to go to bed at ten o’clock.

I miss working out and cancelling my swimming sessions was a little disappointing. Who knew?

Trying to pretend that you aren’t sick doesn’t work.

Trying to pretend that you aren’t sick and coming into work doesn’t work either. Although I have been told that I present myself as being healthy and look great from a distance, when you get close I apparently look awful. Nice.

I love visitors, especially my niece and nephew.

My apartment is not baby proof.

It is the little gestures from others that make the most difference. A prayer, a phone call, or stopping by after work.

I am so grateful for the time people give to help others, especially me.

I am not alone. Everyone I know is sick right along with me.

I am so grateful for the days when I feel healthy and will appreciate every healthy day in the future (and will start taking vitamins).

With that said I am going back home to bed.