Flu

The flu has hit our house - including me. We have a big fire in the living room and most of them have fallen asleep - we are expecting those who were not sick over the weekend to get in on the act soon. Thank goodness for Tylenol and Ibuprofen - I am grateful to be living in a time where we can bring down most fevers and not watch helplessly as our grandmothers may have done.

I am finding myself thinking again about little things - getting up from a chair, walking to the kitchen, feeling warm enough. If illness does nothing else - as you get better - you realize the things you take for granted - and perhaps say a little thank-you for them.