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Flu In September


It's 90 degrees in the month of September and I have a bad case of the flu along with a severe sinus infection. Apparently both of them came together and conspired to kick my butt. They've done a bang-up job so far.

During this past week I have had almost no energy. I have been getting little to no sleep, due to my throat hurting and the nonstop coughing keeping me up at night. And to top it all off, I have even lost my voice. Do you know how difficult it is to be a manager in a retail store with no voice? Let's just say, it's been a rough 7 days to say the least.

Although I despise being sick with a passion, this past week has taught me two great life lessons.

1. Appreciate My Health More On A Daily Basis. 

It's true what I've heard in the past, "If you don't have your health, you don't have anything."

Our health is our life. So why do the majority of us take it for granted so often? 99% of the time we obtain it so effortlessly we tend to pay it no mind. Sadly, the only time most think about it is when it turns for the worse; hindering us from going about our normal routine at work and at home.

Instead of being proactive, we are now trying to be reactive and in most cases, it's too late to address the issue ourselves without seeking medical attention (like in my case).

2. Be Thankful For The People In My Life.

 I am surrounded by many caring and loving people and I know that not everyone can say that. I'm not writing that to brag by no means, but am only stating it as more of an affirmation than anything.

My wife has done exceptionally well making sure I have had what I've needed to start feeling better. She has made me dinner, brought me lots of medicine, persuaded me to go to the doctor (even when I tried to avoid it at all costs) and more importantly she has been here beside me, confirming what I already know: that no matter what, she will always take care of me.

I have also received texts nearly every day from several of my family members checking in to see how I was feeling.

At work, my boss allowed me to go home a few days to rest and recoup. My coworkers kept asking if there was anything they could buy me, bring me or get for me to help the situation.

I know that I'm not only extremely lucky to have the friends and family I have in my life, but I am aware that I could lose any of them at any given moment.

This week has shown me the need to convey my gratitude more often, more consistently and to also make sure those around me know my true feelings for them, like how much they mean to me.

3 Things I Will Work On:

 I will be open to a greater extent.
I will communicate with others better.
I will make my heart more visible.

What or whom are you taking for granted today? And what can you do to change that?

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