Surprise!!!

Apparently Aunt Brook can be very surprising.

The Shins

Saturday night Kylee, Mike and I went to see The Shins play at the Egyptian Theater. It was the highlight of my week.

Several months ago Kylee and I were talking about music and which bands we would love to see play live. She said that The Shins were one band she would travel and sleep out to get tickets for. When I read that they were coming to Boise I was so excited, more for her than seeing The Shins. I only knew a few songs from the Garden State soundtrack but I got a ticket with Kylee and Mike and then bought the Shins third album to learn as many new songs as possible before the concert.

Listening to their album constantly I grew to love their melodic style and realized why Kylee loved their music. As soon as the lights went out and the first notes started to play I knew it was going to be a really fun night. I love concerts. I love the crowd, the music, the excitement that builds before the band come out, and that moment when everyone is united, singing along to their favorite songs. The Shins did not disappoint. We had so much fun.

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.