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Feeling cruddy

Community Leadermujicaptsd
mujicaptsd
I had my flu shot this year but I got it yesterday anyway. I hear that's been pretty common this year with this year's flu bug. I live alone, it's howling wind and snow outside, and when I get this sick I get alienated somehow with PTSD symptoms. I know I'm not alone in this, so I'm making myself say so here to commit to connection and not feeling sorry for myself. That way I'll take care to get rest, fluids, and better asap. I may have been a hospital chaplain, but I'm not a good patient, I'll admit.

God, do I feel cruddy.
Precious97
Precious97
Aw Muji I'm sorry you're sick. I wish there were magic words to make you feel better. Being sick and being alone is so hard. I'm here if you need me.
looney1
looney1
Hope you feel better soon mate. Flu is a bitch. Keep warm and comfy.
FloydLover1969
FloydLover1969
((((Muji)))) feel better soon my friend, flu is horrible especially when you are trying to cope with it alone...God bless, Manda xx
Rizen
Rizen
Feel better soon.
arfie
arfie
Hey, nobody knows my pity spots better'n me. There are times it pays to do the job myself so that I know it is being done just right. Flu symptoms would be one of those times...

Pass the pity pot, would ya?

Feel better soon...
LeoX3
LeoX3
Gentlest purring warmth to toast your toes, Muji, and yes, nice hot soothing fluids and a cozy place to cuddle....

I will think healing mint-tea and ginger-chicken-soup thoughts to you:-)
DeliAnnem
DeliAnnem
Hope you didn't catch it from me... lol.

I was a zombie last week. Cough is still lingering.

I had a breakdown last weekend... I think it has to do with our resistance being lowered.

Hope you feel better soon... This one tends to linger, though.

Only bad thing about feeling like death is that you feel like you got a second lease on life and get a high when you finally start feeling normal again.

Hugs!
DavidNRockies
DavidNRockies
Hoping it's only a brief flu-ish reaction FROM the vaccine, and that you're back in the gym ... on the treadmill ... over the weekend.

Stay warm.
Stay hydrated.
Stay in bed.

Watch ridiculous old movies All. Day. Long.

Take good care of yourself....
Community Leadermujicaptsd
mujicaptsd
It's SO GOOD to know you're there, my friends. I know those of you who've had this flu strain this year know it's a doozie, like Deli said. I ache so much my goshdarn teeth hurt. Geez. It's just good to know I can come here about it. Like Deli said about her breakdown last weekend, when a flu this strong weakens me the old PTSD symptoms emerge because my coping skills are down.

Thank you. It's GOOD, GOOD, GOOD to have you friends in a time like this.
LeoX3
LeoX3
Yep, I had it, and that was without the shot, so you may get of lighter than I did. In fact, I will send up prayers you will!

Toasty toes and cuddly comfort to you!
drangonflylady
drangonflylady
Sorry you are sick. I know when I am sick I just want my mommy. Just know I'm here with you and I care. Imagine me covering you up with a warm snuggly blanket and making you some hot tea. Feel better my friend. Hugs
min63
min63
im sorry i just got done with fflu like thing but mine was not flu hope you feel better hug min
Community Leadermujicaptsd
mujicaptsd
Oh, boy. Day 3 of this flu is ending with the bug still going strong. Aches.
Methinks I'm going to have to cancel my radio interview this coming Tuesday because of this flu.

Thank you for all the good wishes. I've been inside all 3 days. It's great to have contact with you. Much appreciated.
Community Leadermujicaptsd
mujicaptsd
Got up with more flu symptoms today. Emailed the radio host I won't make it to his studio to be interviewed on Tuesday morning. Had to give him time to find a substitute guest to interview. Such a shame. Stupid flu bug. I had my flu shot and still got it.
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
Aww... The flu is so miserable... I hope you feel better soon sweetie... Gentle hug of healing for you...x
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