Yes I have had to give this blog two titles. Why? Because sadly they are both accurate.
There is an inherent problem with being long-term mentally or physically ill isn’t there? That of wanting to fight it – to not give in to the illness, but being wise enough to choose to fight on a particularly bad day.
It is, I have to admit, something I am just sooooooo not good at!
As you will know I have been sick with the flu lately and this has, as it so often does, been kicking my butt. I have (or perhaps that should be had), in my defense, been fairly sensible about it and have rested up as much as possible.
Doping myself up with cough medicine and also taking to my bed when I felt extremely weak and pretty much staying there.
Yesterday however I decided I was bored with being in bed and so got up and went to sit in the lounge. Whilst obviously I wasn’t great I did feel fairly ok sitting there watching some television and then got up to make a drink. Fluids are very important when you are not well.
Next thing I knew I was on the floor. Not sure if I had stood up too quickly or if I was just not as strong as I thought I was.
Thankfully experience has taught me to always have my mobile phone with me and so I was able to call my son Matthew who was round in minutes and who then helped me up.
Whilst it could be argued I am built for falling (being well-padded) I am certainly not built for getting back up on my own.
Today I am so very sore down one side and I have promised to call the doctor on Monday and make an appointment. Thankfully also, apart from the flu and other than the soreness down one side – plus the fact that I broke my glasses in the fall – I am ok.
And yes today I am resting up and sadly tomorrow I won’t be able to make church. But I am so grateful for having a son who is quick to respond to me needs and the fact that I didn’t do too much damage (other than to my glasses).
So yes listening to your body is so very important isn’t it? And yes I can be accused of preaching what I don’t practice. But I think maybe I will try practicing that particular lesson more from now on.
lala1966 said:
that is terrible that you fell. I am so glad that you didn’t injure yourself. It is great that you have a son who will come straight to help his ailing father. Get better soon. xx
stuff I said said:
Oh my, I am sorry to read this but glad that you were not hurt worse in the fall. Please do take good care of you and know that you are in my thoughts for a speedy recovery.
boldkevin said:
Hey Red,
Good to hear from you 🙂
Thank you for such kind words and for your thoughts.
I am feeling a lot stronger today and a little less congested also. Which are good signs.
Hopefully I am on the road to recovery.
Hope you are well.
Kind Regards and God bless you.
Kevin.
survivor55 said:
I’m so sorry this happened to you, Kevin, on top of having the flu!! I’m also sorry about your glasses!! Being one who cannot see without my glasses, that is a scary thought for me!!
God bless you and bring about a swift recovery!! And God bless Matthew for being such a good son to you!!
Love,
Kathy
boldkevin said:
Hi Kathy,
Yes the glasses thing really is a pain especially as they will cost to replace. But such is life I guess 🙂
I am feeling better today so who knows hoefully the flu, much like my glasses, has now broken.
Matthew an Trish are back today and are shampooing TJ my dog for me and are going to give me a haircut too in the hope of helping me feel better.
They really are such a blessing!
Many thanks for your prayers.
Kind Regards and God bless you.
Kevin.
prideinmadness said:
Listen to your body is what I tell people who want to try psychiatric medication!
It’s always easier to preach than to practice :p I think the awareness though, that you find something difficult to do, counts for something!
boldkevin said:
Hey PIM,
Yes It is something I am not very good at but that I am at least trying to improve on.
Hope you are well.
Kind Regards and God bless you.
Kevin.
myvoiceawoken said:
Oh Dad. I’m sorry you fell but so glad Matt was able to get to you quickly. I hope you are feeling a bit better and continue to take it easy and let your body heal.
Love you
boldkevin said:
Hi Honey,
Yes I am being wiser about it now honey and Matthew is such a blessing to me that is true.
Hope you and the boys are well.
Lots of love
Dad
NZ Cate said:
I know this was a few days ago and I am slow to read, but I hope you’re doing better now and that you’ve managed to get your glasses fixed as well as the bruises healed.
boldkevin said:
Hey Cate,
Really good to hear from you. My glasses are being dealt with but sadly the flu and sinus infection is still kicking my butt.
Hopefully it will be sorted as I went to the doc yesterday and got some antibiotics and some cough goop.
Hope you are well an thank you so much for your kindness.
Kind Regards and God Bless you.
Kevin