I used to be one of those people who would always go work when I was sick. In the past 10 years I can count with both hands the number of sick days I've taken. I probably shouldn't admit to that because I am sure I've shared my germs with more then my fair share of coworkers and customers. Even on my days off I never let being sick slow me down unless I was really really sick. Well it looks like that has come to a screeching halt. I got a head cold this week and it has knocked me out. It really isn't even that bad, just a stuffy nose and watery eyes but I can't handle it. I went to work Tuesday and finished a few things they had really wanted me to get done Tuesday and then I came home. I went right to bed and slept pretty much until I had to get up Wednesday afternoon to go to counseling. Usually when I am sick I can't stand laying around in bed, even if I need it. I feel like I need to be doing something. Not this time. I went to work again today and did what they wanted me to get done today and came home again. I didn't go right to bed but I am headed that way. I can't believe I am so tired. I guess it is just with everything that has gone on the last few months my body can't handle any more stress. I guess I am doing what everyone tells me I should be doing and being kind to myself and taking care of myself. I bugs me to not be at work but I have plenty of sick time so I shouldn't worry about it.
I'm going to eat my bowl of soup and go curl up under the covers in bed with my dog and sleep until I have to get up for work tomorrow.
You are still recovering both emotionally and physically. The birth and loss would have been enough but add in that you had a major surgery and you are one hurt girl who is still in recovery.
ReplyDeleteThanks. I'm trying to keep the complete picture in mind and give myself some slack
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