I welcomed December in with a nasty sore throat and cold. I had no voice for two days and now must gather wits and make it to work where I answer phones all day long. I'm not sure my spirits can hold up. (Update: They didn't. I got sicker and didn't make it to work for several days)
Being sick is hard enough when there are two parents home. Being sick and single parenting is really hard. My poor child was a sweetheart during the day and managed to bring her entire bedroom (minus furniture of course)out to play. I think I fed her three meals a day, but it may have been more like snacking all day with some protein thrown in. My attempt at homemade soup was disastrous simply because I didn't have the energy to deal with it.
I usually sing several songs when putting Miss KB to bed, but with my lack of voice I could barely croak out a few notes. KB was NOT impressed and struggled with settling down. I don't think she felt great herself, but the hour long cry session was a bit more than I could take. I think the neighbors were feeling the same way and turned the music up a bit louder than normal.
KB and I did do a smidgeon better on day 2, but worse going forward. KB developed a fever that turned high and stayed for two days. KB has never really had a fever before and I wasn't sure how her little body handled them.... she did okay once we got her on two meds with LOTS of liquid and popsicles.
I am lucky enough to be blessed with several good friends who took excellent care of us and continue to do so. Even with wonderful friends, it's times like these that make being apart from Mr. Llama tougher on my spirits. KB and I are still recovering and hope to be able to have a better December going forward.
Being sick alone is hard. You're a trooper! It was fun to see you in CO :)
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good work.