First of all I have to say, bronchitis is no fun. I remember having it as a teenager however I do not remember it hurting this bad or lasting this long, but my mom tells me it used to take me a couple weeks to get over it. So now that I’m double the age I was I’m sure it will take double as long to go away.
However I will not wallow in my misery. Instead I wanted to post about how amazing my family really is. My husband let me sleep all day Sunday, he made dinner, kept the kids out of the room, and even managed a load or two of laundry. Then Monday my mom came over, picked the kids up from the bus, got them some dinner, and stayed until Ellis got home, all so I could rest. Tuesday I thought things were getting better, so I went to work and did not last all day. I came home and when my husband got home he let me rest, the kids helped so much. I believe Lauren commented that I actually sounded sick. I think that is when it dawned on her that mom is not making dinner or helping us at all. She made her and her brother mac and cheese for dinner, and finished putting away her clothes that had been half folded since Sunday. She got me water, and snacks when I asked. She got her brothers juice or snacks as well.
Yesterday Aaron helped me too. He would get things I asked for and actually did not complain as he usually does. Today he listened to me when getting ready, and we got to the bus stop early. Now today, Dylan is already taking a nap, which is great because after trying to run errands I am already pooped and need a break myself. Oh, and I can’t forget Kelly my trusted temporary neighbor who was ready to watch Dylan if I felt too bad and when she came over would make sure the dishes were done and the toys were picked up, all while she was fighting getting sick herself.
I have an awesome family and I am grateful I have them. I have also had many friends who have checked on me to see how I was and offered to help if needed. I also have to mention that my co-workers are pretty awesome too and helped me get through work this week!
So thanks everyone, I hope this goes away soon!