Friday, January 21, 2022

The EARTHQUAKE Jiggled

If you're going to do it, GO BIG!!!  Little did I know just how fast the tides were going to turn.  I didn't sleep at all Wednesday night.  I admit, I'm a wimp ... kind of like those husbands who think they are dying from a cold.  That's me .... I think I'm dying, or at least I feel like it.

I fed Cooper that morning, who did his usual pick up every bite, then spit it out before actually partaking of that good chicken.  And then I felt it.  That horrible heavy feeling in your chest that tells me I'm in for the big one.  Not a heart attack ... just a very bad session of sick.


I made the decision in a flash, or at least as fast as my sluggish little brain could.  I need to get home before this sets into what I know it's going to be.  Forget the solar ... forget the heater ... just get home where it's warm and I can deal with what's to come.

Thank goodness for Bill and Patsy!!  I told them my plan, being very careful to stay yards away, and I began the put together.  Apparently Bill was watching me look rather bewildered as I tried to remember the sequence of hook up.  He came over to be sure I did it right and provided even more tips ... if I can remember them!!

I just knew if I stayed, things would go downhill fast.  It's cold, not so good for a cold, and instead of resting, I'm constantly moving Jonathan around to keep him warm and carrying Cooper in and out the door since he too is a wimp and cannot climb up the steps.

I said goodbye to sweet Gibbs and waved goodbye to everyone.  


It was a long five hour drive back home, but boy am I glad I made that decision.  This morning the horrible sore throat and coughing has begun in earnest.  The good news is I'm warm and toasty on my couch with a down blanket and a hot cup of coffee.  Even better, Nurse Patty (yes, she's an ER Nurse) lives close enough to make sure I don't die.  That's a big plus!!


I even got the rig unhooked, although it took me 30 minutes just to be sure I wasn't forgetting something and make it roll off the end down into the gully.

On the way, I called Discount Solar who was very understanding and set up an appointment for me on my return trip.  The heater is still up in the air.

I'm coughing in earnest now, and though I had a temperature when I got home yesterday, it's back to normal, at least for me.  No matter ... I'm warm and Cooper is thrilled he can actually chase the ball more than three feet.  

I'll be ....... on the couch!!



16 comments:

  1. No good. I have the exact same thing right now as I fight the boredom of the 3rd day on the couch. Hope you get well soon!

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    1. You too Jim!! I'm a wreck. Hopefully I make it to day three!!

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  2. Wow. That turn of events DID happen very quickly. I'm sorry you had to drive while sick. That's no fun at all. But you know your body the best. Prayers....Elva

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    1. Thank you Elva ... I could use all the help I can get.

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  3. Oh I'm so sorry you're sick! I hate being sick, just a waste of good days :) Take care and I'm glad you got home safely! I'm sure the kids are glad to be home too.

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  4. We were sorry to see you go, but knew it was best for you. Hope you are better soon and looking forward to seeing you on your return trip.

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    1. Definitely for the best as it turns out. Hope you guys stay healthy.

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  5. Good to hear you're comfortable on your couch till the storm blows over. My brain feels befuddled and I'm not sick 🤪

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    1. It's definitely hard to think when you hurt!! Hope you stay safe Doug.

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  6. When we get sick like that, we gargle a lot with Original Listerine, holding head back as long as possible so it coats your throat real good (it kills anything bad for you). I also dip nasal swab into it (pour a little in a small cup or glass) and swab my nose. Amazing how it works to kill the germs that are attacking your body.

    Glad you made it home...and I can hear you calling out Patty's name and the word "HELP" all the way down in Florida! lol

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    1. I think Patty heard me also!!! Good grief I hate being sick.

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  7. Ditto to what Bill says above. Sleep dear friend, sleep. Sleep 😴

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    1. I've been trying, but the aches and pains are not helping that end goal.

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  8. Glad you made it home safely. Good to be home when you do not feel good. A friend who is a nurse next door is certainly a plus. Feel better soon.

    Tom and Deb

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