Just when I thought I was out of the woods I discover that Scott has gifted me with Covid. I was feeling fine, not fantastic, but manageable until about noon yesterday. Suddenly I developed a debilitating headache and was overwhelmed with exhaustion. After laying down for a few minutes and hoping that it was a fluke I decided to test myself. I felt defeated as the little pink line began to grow across the test strip.
Today I'm surrendering to feeling ill. Hopefully this will be a mild case. :(
After nearly a week off of work due to Covid, Scott is returning to the classroom today. Yesterday he was finally feeling better and last night he tested negative, clearing the way for his return. I'm sure that today will be tiring for him because it is always difficult returning after being ill. I'm just really hoping that he doesn't do to much and set himself back.
Somehow we managed to emerge from the Covid infestation with only one victim. I was certain that everybody was going to become ill. I'm not sure how we were spared, but I am certainly not going to look a gift horse in the eye!
Today will be relatively low-key. Over the past few days I've been researching for a new prosthetist because I'm so tired of being in pain and discomfort when I'm walking. My leg is too big and, despite my best efforts, walking has become dangerous. I'm nervous going to a completely new facility but the lure of comfort is enough to push me out of my comfort zone. I am so tired of hurting!
I spent the weekend streaming Christmas movies and taking care of Scott. He continues to feel lousy because of his Covid infection. Thankfully he does not have a high fever and he is not violently coughing, but he is is exhausted and managing a constant headache. Hopefully he turns the corner soon because I know he is absolutely miserable!
Because Scott was sick and we didn't want to spread any infections in the community we stayed close to home this weekend. Saturday we were hoping to view the "Ring of Fire" eclipse but were instead treated to (another) rain storm and dreary day. So instead of going to an eclipse party we had milkshakes and cookies at home.
On Sunday the weather cleared and the ground began to dry. After days of constant rain it was nice to be able to get outside again. Timmy spent his afternoon gleefully decorating for Halloween. We now have skeletons, spiders and assorted creepy props strewn through our yard and in our trees. He definitely upped our spook factor this year.
While Timmy was all-in on decorating for Halloween, I have my eyes towards Christmas. In an attempt to avoid the news and to keep my home safe for kids, I have started to stream holiday movies instead of CNN. The movies may be predictable and cheesy, but at least I don't have to worry about Timmy walking in on graphic images.
Scott is off again today and will remain home for the next few days. He has to be symptom free and test negative for Covid before he is permitted to return to work. Hopefully he will turn the corner soon. It would be nice if he could enjoy his required sick days.
