One Clean Closet

Doug has been working on cleaning out the garage and figuring out where to put the items that we have left.  We ordered a new rack that hangs from the ceiling that Doug was able to install yesterday. Today we decided what we wanted to store up there and now should be able to get rid of the large shelving unit.

Doug wrapped up his garage project in the early afternoon and said that he had time to help me clean out our bedroom closet.  As I was still not feeling the best, I took him up on his offer.  I knew it would take some time, which was why I hadn't started it earlier.  Five hours later we had sorted through all of the clothes, bags and miscellaneous boxes we had stored in there.  Doug even had time to hang a new shelf for me, so now I have room for all of the laundry baskets.  It looked fantastic in the end.  Now all we have left to do is have a garage sale and get rid of the boxes we have collected over the past few months.  Then our winter cleaning project will be complete.

A Day of Rest

Normally, Sunday was supposed to be the day of rest, but for me, I tried to use today for it instead.  I still kept busy for a good part of it, however, getting my plans ready for the week.  In all it took me over six hours between last night and this afternoon to get everything planned, copied and ready for Monday.  Luckily, Meg wanted to drive today, so she was able to take me over to Milford.  I was too tired to make the trip alone.  The best part was that I would not have to do anything for school tomorrow.

I spent the rest of the afternoon resting.  Meg and Cam really wanted to go out to dinner and I knew that I wouldn't be able to without lying down for a couple of hours.  I found a movie on Netflix that I had never seen - "Becoming Jane."  It was about the story of Jane Austen before she became an author.  It wasn't completely accurate, but enough so that it kept me entertained and was a great way to rest.

Cam had to serve at mass tonight and Doug was a lector.  Meg and Doug got a kick out of Cam.  He wasn't paying attention while Father Andrew was anointed the parish with holy water and forgot to follow him along.  All of a sudden he sprinted to catch up.  They were sure that he was going to face plant, but luckily no holy water was spilled in the process.

I got up about ten minutes before they got home to switch the laundry and get to ready to go out with everyone.  I was still pretty tired, but hated to spend the entire day inside when they wanted to go out Meg and Cam picked the Indian restaurant in Goshen for dinner.  Meg loved the chicken curry and Cam enjoyed the butter chicken.  We are impressed with all of the foods that those two have tried over the past few years.  Definitely cannot call them picky anymore.

After dinner we tried The Chief for ice cream, but it was packed.  We were surprised as it was cold and rainy.  We decided to return home and have Doug make cookies.  They were delicious as always.  We had time to play Qwix, our new favorite math game, with Cameron, and Mario Kart with both of them.  It was a lot of fun and I was glad that I had the energy to participate in all of the activities.

Good Friends, Good Times

Cam had wanted to reconnect with his Milford friends for the last couple of weeks, and as we had nothing going on tonight we thought it would be the perfect time.  Unfortunately, Evan was on a retreat, but Chance and Cade were up for coming over and the boys had a great time.  They played games, ate pizza, got scared by Meg, Preston, Aaron and Graham playing Ghost in the Graveyard and spent time catching up.  It was just as it always has been.  I'm glad that Cam has kept those connections alive.

Meg enjoyed her evening as well.  Her friends arrived later than Cam's, but they were still able to walk to Dairy Queen, play Ghost in the Graveyard and help Meg take pictures for a project for Spanish class.  Aaron was last to leave, but when he did, Meg stopped in to say goodnight.  She said that she had a wonderful time.  Her day at school was a tough one and having friends over was just what she needed.

A Little Too Much

I decided to try a full day today and at around 1 p.m. I started to seriously rethink my decision.  I had lost most of my voice and felt terrible.  I rebounded, however, and was able to make it through my last two classes.  My evening was packed with activities as well with Meg's tennis match and the incoming 6th grade parent night at Milford.  Both went well, but by the time I got home I could barely talk or keep my eyes open.  I was worried that this wassn't getting better as quickly as it should, but at least I am progressing a lot better than I did when I had this six years ago.

Half Day Was Enough

Today I tried a half day and that was definitely enough.  Talking and be up moving around definitely wore me out, but I was glad to get caught up.  Last night several of my advanced students emailed me questions about their homework.  In fact I heard from one of them six different times.  That was when I knew I'd better try today.   It went well and I was able to help those stuck on some new math concepts.  As soon as I got home, however, I grabbed some toast and cranberry juice and sat on my bed for the next few hours resting, working on my computer and watching Rear Window.  

Cam had early release today and helped Mom at the nursing home for BINGO.  They then went to play 18 holes of golf, so we didn't see him until 7:30.  Meg had practice and they actually got out on time tonight.  She was nervous about her match with Warsaw tomorrow, but all she can do is to try her best.  Nate Haines gave her some tips which helped.  Doug had a lot of work to do, so once we were done with dinner he started on that.  Meg and I finally finished Kate & Leopold on Netflix.  We both really liked it.  Cam and I also watched the newest episode of Gotham.  We had been waiting since January to find out what happened to the penguin.  The episode was great.  I was too tired to do much else, so I headed to bed early to finish Rear Window.  The only good part about being sick was catching up on all of the movies and shows that I hadn't see in awhile.

A Little Bit Better

My cough was still pretty bad this morning and for awhile I thought I'd go ahead and have Doug take me to the hospital.  I had tried the inhaler when I first woke up, but it took a lot longer to work than I expected.  Thankfully, after an hour or so my cough finally died down and I was able to take a shower.  

I spent the day sitting up in bed working on school work and other computer work that I had to do.  I did not want to push myself at all, plus I had plenty to do.  I also watched some of my favorite morning shows and even had a chance to finish Phantom of the Opera.  Doug and my Mom were a big help these past few days.  They've gotten Cam and Meg everywhere they needed to be, feed those that were hungry, ran errands and kept the house picked up.  

I was bummed that I couldn't go to Meg's match, but she understood.  I couldn't even drive to the post office, let alone Middlebury.  Doug made it, however, and kept me updated.  Meg played well even though she lost 6-0, 6-2.  Doug said that was her best opponent so far.  Cam had a practice match at Bethany and Mom was able to pick him up for us.  He also was pleased with how he played, winning both of his matches.  

I debated all day about going to school tomorrow.  In the end I decided that I would try a half day in the afternoon.  I knew a full day would be too much, and I was afraid that I would cough through the entire ISTEP test that students were taking in the morning.  My principal said that it was a good decision.  I appreciate all of the help that the school gave my students so I didn't have to worry about my classes.  

Out for the Count

I woke up in the middle of the night last night unable to breath.  I had a cough that would not stop and I just couldn't catch my breath.  I went outside for awhile to see if that would help.  It helped a little bit, but I was still struggling.  I stayed up for three hours or so and realized that it wasn't getting better and I wouldn't be able to go to work.  I wrote sub plans and sent them to the secretaries to copy as I couldn't drive.  

I went back to bed, but woke back up with the same issues an hour later.  I finally woke Doug up.  For awhile I thought we would have to go to the ER, but instead we decided that I would text my Mom to take Cam and Meg to school in the morning.  Doug would call Dr. Mulry's as soon as the office opened.  If they couldn't see me today then we planned on going to the hospital.  I woke up multiple times during the day with the same shortness of breath and a cough that would not stop.  My eyes had also started tearing up and my throat was on fire.  Fortunately, Doug could get me into the doctor at 3:15.  I told him that I was sure I could make it, but for awhile I started to doubt my decision.

Mom took me to the doctor as I wasn't up for driving.  They were in the process of changing over their computer system, so it took longer to check in.  I was just thankful, however, to get in today.  I was definitely running a fever and Dr. Mulry said that my lungs were not fully functioning.  He prescribed a Z-Pack and an inhaler for a lung infection.  He laughed when I asked him if I could try going to school tomorrow.

I started on the medicine as soon as Doug got home.  I was able to breathe a little better and did not have to stay in bed.  I hope tomorrow is a better day.  This has been awful.