Christmas Time Came and Went

So, I’ve been under the weather- but it’s normal for me right? Right at Christmas I always get sick. Mom says I’m allergic to Christmas. I’m starting to believe her. I don’t like red. I don’t like stress. And the thought of Christmas music and Christmas decor makes me remember all the times I’m sick at the holidays. That is so sad, for someone that really loves Christmas. I hope my luck changes soon. It’s getting really old.

I’m feeling somewhat better now but the last few days have been rough. We didn’t cancel Christmas- I didn’t have the heart. Family in town from 2 states. Our big Christmas meal food bought and made. So I stood back and sat away from everyone. I tried to enjoy it despite my need to go get in bed.

I got in bed after everyone left around 2 pm Monday and slept (although fitful waking every few minutes) until 5 a.m. this morning.

With acetaminophen I was able to work from 7 to almost 5 and get payroll done. Yay!

Executive decision made to not call my boss in to close my payroll on her Christmas holiday! So I holed up in my office with door shut and got it done. I think I’ve turned a corner but I still have a dreadful head pain in my left sinus cavity. And a dreadful cold is setting in. I think the fever is gone.

This weekend I plan on reopening my gifts. I was in such misery on Christmas Day.

Other than that it was or would have a great time. Here’s the aftermath lol! And before.

Mom and Maddie were cute in their Christmas wear. Mom threatened to take her home but no go from me!

Maddie has been such a friend while I didn’t feel good. She was there for every toss and turn during the night. I thanked her for literally being on my side.

The dogs were very good.

Beautiful Cherie, my Aunt and Uncle’s dog.

Our time with family has come to an end, George got to spend time with Katy and River as they went to Opryland to do ICE and ride the boats inside Opryland hotel, eat at Chuy’s and go to McKayes. But- I had payroll and if not that, I’m not sure I could have done that much activity today.

A lonely payroll day was just what the doctor ordered. I can drink liquids and take meds and be productive.

Our Texas crew heads out Thursday. They have plans tomorrow with friends. And our Florida crew leaves tomorrow.

I’m excited for the weekend and rest and not going anywhere. Or doing anything. We have been invited to a party but I think I really just need to rest. The following weekend we have our Knoxville family in town and we are excited to see them.

So I’m going to go get in bed. I might read.

I’m thinking I might be late with the next video. I have not had time nor have felt like working on it. I think everyone will understand. Sometimes when I say that I work a miracle so don’t count me out yet. But I don’t have much time left. It’s not looking good. No more PTO time this year. I’m saving a few days to roll over. Two or three. Need to make sure I have plenty of time in March when the baby comes.

Hopefully I’ll get a good sleep tonight but I have a feeling that might be a couple nights down the road. The drainage and coughing are setting in.

So hope you and your family had a good Christmas. I’ll be back by the weekend with my annual Year in Review and my goals and changes for 2024.

This year is going to fly by! And I’m excited about so many things. If I can just feel better and quit having bad luck.