There are plenty of things that raise their voices begging for my attention - all of which I choose to ignore today. I don't have the energy, and even if I felt I did, it would not be wise to use it up on "things" when it is critical that I take care of myself and my daughter.
She was diagnosed yesterday with H1N1 and she is not doing so well. She's running a fever (over 100 for a couple of days), her body is sore from coughing, tired, headache. The doctor prescribed an inhaler for the cough, lots of rest, Tylenol for fever and no school for a week. We were told to watch for "trouble breathing" - at which point we need to go to the hospital to be monitored.
After spending 2 hours in the freezing doctor's office yesterday to have her checked out, I went downhill pretty fast - feeling exhausted, weak, headache, fever (which broke in the middle of the night) and head congestion. For me, it seems like it was a "one-night-stand" with whatever virus it was. My daughter, on the other hand, is still slogging through with all symptoms present.
I am thankful for the Lord's angels. I had set my alarm for 11:00pm to check on her - I went to bed around 7:00pm. When the alarm went off, I couldn't move, I was so weak. I prayed a desperate prayer asking the Lord to protect her. I know that He did - there was no emergency. I am well aware of the swiftness with which some cases of the flu can take a turn into critical, so I am humbly grateful for His protection and presence while both our bodies battled through the night.
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My prayers are with the two of you!
Thank you so much Jane.
How does it feel to be a statistic? You just take it easy, drink plenty of fluids, take your Tylenol, get plenty of rest, and read your book. Get well soon.
Thank you, Richard. I'll work on it ;)
Diane, we are tracking the swine flu in our school forum. In most cases it is mild and quells quickly. Don't be alarmed by it, just do the wise things; plenty of hot liquids, simple foods and Vic's Vapor Rub come to mind, along with the aids given by the doctor.
Celestial Seasoning puts out a lovely caffeine free chai tea. Any way I can help let me know.
Thank you Sidney. We're doing ok - this is one time I'm glad I'm not in the top 1% ;) Stay well!
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