STILL sick!

[dreamflower]

In fact, I went to the doctor today. It's flu (had the swab; I hate things stuck up my nose) and she said there's congestion in my lower lungs bordering on pneumonia. Eep.

I am off work and grounded until the 23rd, which will interfere dreadfully with last minute Christmas stuff, and of course it's just as well we had not bought our tickets for The Hobbit:BO5A, because I could not have gone.

I'm hacking, coughing and wheezing and sore. I've spent three days in my recliner with the cat mainlining BtVS (up to the end of Season 6. What an intense season!) I can start Season 7 tomorrow, which I've never seen before. (And I'd also missed several episodes of 6, too, but now I've seen them.)

I am very much hoping I will feel like puttering around the house a little, or at least have enough focus to do a little needlework or something. I also need to get more done on my Yule exchange fic. I've got quite a lot plotted out in my head--just need to type it out and add it to what I already have.)

Anyhow, I've been a little sporadic in my comments, so I guess you will know why now.

Comments

[mumstheword54.livejournal.com]

*soft, warm, snuggly hugs*

Mostly you just take care of YOU. Yule can wait till you are better.

*hot tea and comfort foods*

[baranduin.livejournal.com]

Rest up! This thing is nasty, I've been sick almost a month.

*passes you tissues, biscuits and ginger tea*

[asia27.livejournal.com]

Know how you feel and I hope you'll get over it quickly! Tea w/honey and lemon for your throat...

[febobe.livejournal.com]

Oh, honey! So sorry you're ill. Feel better soon! And stay cozy and don't push yourself too hard. I hate having flu. It's horrible.

[ellynn-ithilwen.livejournal.com]

Fingers crossed for you to get well soon. ;)

[grey-wonderer.livejournal.com]

Oh, I hope you feel better soon. Take care of yourself.

[claudia603.livejournal.com]

oh no, sorry you're sick with the flu!! Yuck, yuck, yuck! Definitely take the advice and rest, rest, rest. Take advantage of getting to read and plot stories, I guess, or watch Buffy! :))

[ysilme]

Oh, you poor thing! *hugs gently* *sends healing vibes* And before Christmas, this is triply annoying, isn't it? I hope you'll feel better soon. Get as comfy and warm and cuddly as you can, and treat yourself to what makes you feel better! *hugs again*

If you like any of the following, I've always found them very useful to give back a little energy when battling a virus: Thai curry or any food as hot as one could stand, fresh ginger tea (peel and slice a piece of ginger the length of your thumb, boil in 4 cups of water (1 litre) for about 10min, and put in thermos. Drink a cup with a spoonful of your favourite sweetener as often as you like. Honey is good for giving back energy, too.
I've been told chicken broth works wonders, too, though haven't tried it for obvious reasons.

[cairistiona7.livejournal.com]

*hugs* That sounds so miserable. Rest, rest, rest and fingers crossed you're better in time for Christmas.

[lavendertook.livejournal.com]

I'm so sorry you're laid up with flu! But I'm glad you have a recuperation specialist taking care of your lap. Get well! *hugs*

[shirebound]

Oh no! Several of my friends have the flu, which makes me sad. Pippin and I are sending health-filled loves and snuggles.

[mews1945.livejournal.com]

Oh, sweetie, I'm sorry you're sick. The flu that's going around seems to be so virulent and debilitating. I hope you will be over it soon and well enough to enjoy the holidays.

[rhapsody11.livejournal.com]

Get well soon honey *sends digital vitamins*

G

[rs9.livejournal.com]

Get well soon!

[pearltook1]

I'm glad your cat is keeping your company in the recliner. A comfy recliner or chaise is wonderful when you're congested!

Hope you're up to puttering soon. :-)

Hugs

[gentlehobbit.livejournal.com]

You poor thing! I'm sorry to hear that you are still sick. I do hope that you will feel better as soon as possible.

However, I do think you're approaching your malady in the best way possible--watching Buffy with a cat snuggled up to you. However, Season 6? Yikes. That's some pretty heavy going.

Just a heads up. Season 7 feels very different. And I confess -- with Tara gone, I just didn't warm to Season 7. I know many people liked it, but I adored Tara. However, it is a whole new fresh slate and I'll be interested to hear your thoughts on it if you should choose to share them.

*sending more purr therapy from Mishu and hot tea with honey and lemon*

[hhimring]

I hope you're feeling better.
Get well soon!