Don't Overdo It

I came down with a scratchy throat and cold symptoms earlier this week, and it's progressed to the point where I am very congested. My voice is noticeably different than usual, and I now have a raspy cough as well. It's my first virus since I finished the leukemia treatment, so I've been curious how my body would handle it. Did my immune system come roaring back after all of that chemo? I've been achey and tired most of this week, but I've finally turned the corner. One of my coworkers overheard my cough and hoarseness this afternoon and told me not to overdo it. She said it in a really concerned tone which struck me as very kind. It was the way she said it and the whole unspoken meaning behind my being sick. I do really love the people I work with; they are kind and caring and demonstrative that way. It makes me feel that I belong there. I missed that when I wasn't working- so glad to have it back.

Tanya emailed my bone marrow biopsy results. They are normal. Yeah, I won't have another date with her big needle/drill until April 20th.

The daylight is just now escaping into the clouds, and it's after 6pm. Soon the days will be noticeably longer, and we'll all feel like doing things after work again. I hate driving home in the dark in the middle of winter. Fortunately, most days, like today, I can get out at lunchtime and take a walk for an hour or so. It was sunny and bright and clear today. A very good day to take my cold virus out for some sunshine and exercise.

I have been thinking about my old unit 9200 in the hospital today because a coworker's daughter is up there being treated. She is having harsh chemo alternating with rest days until they do her bone marrow transplant later in the week. I really wanted to go by and see her to cheer her up, but this cold precludes that. I am thinking of her often though and sending good vibes and healing energy. I know the nurses up there will treat her well.

Today's photo: Art at Peggy and Naomi's house. You could furnish and decorate several houses with all the stylish stuff they have just in their yard.

Today was the day that the new computer system clicked for me, and it's suddenly become much easier to navigate. I think we will like being part of the 21st century.