It had finally come, my much anticipated weekend off in this year’s crazy wedding season. And we had plans for every second of that weekend, full of fun, family, and relaxation. It was going to be nothing short of amazing.
But my (probably exhausted) body had other plans when I started to get sick on Friday. Which only got worse by Saturday. Our plans to enjoy the day out in the suburbs, visiting, at my mother’s house were completely foiled. The farthest I could make it was from the bed to the couch. I was so frustrated at first, knowing that my mom probably planned some delicious meal, just for us, and that we had planned this day for weeks. I thought if I was stuck at home, maybe I could at least get some work done on the computer. But not even that was feasible…so the couch, my puppies, the Olympics, and the ever-doting spouse were my world for most of the weekend.
And you know what….that was totally okay! We hadn’t spent a lazy day like this together in a very long time. Granted I felt like I was dying for much of the time, I have to say that just cuddling with my loves and being disconnected from the world for a day, was just the medicine I needed. (I honestly don’t think I turned my laptop on once! THAT is saying something!) And in the midst of it at all…I felt grateful. So very grateful. To have a life that is pretty amazing even on it’s not so great days. A roof over our heads. A cozy den to lounge in. The world at our fingertips, watching the Olympics on television for most of the day. Medicine to help cure my ailments. The best live-in nurse a girl could ask for…my spouse! Two sweet puppies who know just when you need cuddles. And just a good life! Even when I’m feeling all kinds of sick, I’m grateful for this life.
Ugh I hope you feel better soon. This is miserable!!
It always seems like when your body knows it can finally let down its guard is when you get sick! When the craziness stops for a minute – then BAAM! The sickness comes on… Anyway – I’m glad you have such an awesome spouse to take care of you and plenty of Olympics to watch! Feel better!
Sometimes those lazy days are the best! Your body always knows how to tell you to slow down and relax for a bit!
Hope you are feeling better after a nice weekend of much deserved R&R.
Not that I’m happy you’re sick…but I’m so happy you got a day like this. And thanks for the reminder to be grateful for what we do have..instead of always focusing on what we don’t. Big problem of mine. I hope you’re feeling better!