The Prof returned from Norway minus one suitcase and with a tummy bug. Oh the joys of international travel. He wasn't himself last night, and sat quietly in his armchair with Mary licking his bald spot.
The suitcase had a merry old time travelling on it's own to Sweden before it was returned to London then up to us this morning .Another feather in the cap of British airways.
I'm now on nurse duty.
Lunch on trays, regular drinks, brows mopped, temperatures taken.
I feel like Anna from Downton
Hey ho
Sounds like Prof will have great care between Mary's bald spot licks and your nursing care . . . Hope he is better soon and that the bug doesn't "travel household."
ReplyDeleteYou have Mary's help with the brow mopping... always good to have a spare tongue around when you need it.
ReplyDeleteStock up on the Dettol, you're not allowed to catch this. xx
Looks like Nurse Mary is doing a great job, hope he feels better soon.
ReplyDeleteDo you think that the Prof will be pleased that you posted that photograph of him !!!!!! Get well soon Chris. XXXX
ReplyDeleteYou (and Mary) are such a dear caring person. Hope it's only a 24 hour (stress) temperature. Greetings Maria x
ReplyDeleteMary licking his bald spot must have been a comfort.
ReplyDelete... which he was too weak to resist...
DeleteAnd is that Mary sweet or what?
ReplyDeleteIf love is a cure, it will be up and about in no time.
ReplyDeleteWhen he feels better, change into the Naughty Nurse outfit.
ReplyDeleteThat will chase away any bad memories of being sick.
Hope you feel better soon (or, has the Prof saw the Liberty (ish) tin !!!
ReplyDeleteHope he feels better soon! Licking his bald spot? Are you sure that's not how he got the bald spot in the first place? LOL!!!!
ReplyDeletetender puppy love... all the best to the prof...
ReplyDeleteMay he feel better soon, although with such tender care, I might be inclined to push it for all it's worth.
ReplyDeleteI hope you don't get it.
Have I mentioned that my husband swore by a healthy dose of Vodka before wrapping himself in a blanket and going to bed?
ReplyDeleteI thought you were doing flying poofs this Saturday?
ReplyDelete20th next saturday!
DeleteYes, I thought they were too !
DeleteDear sweet Mary, knowing her function and performing it joyfully. All good health vibes to you :)
ReplyDeleteXO
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Good that the Prof is home & being looked after xx
ReplyDeleteDon't forget - 'Dad's Army' BBC2 tonight, 8.30. A tonic for Prof and a sure-fire pick-me-up for you too, right?
ReplyDeleteSorry for the Prof, but how nice to see that the Toothy Terror Terrier has a sweet side!
ReplyDeletePoor Prof and you not there to care for him. I hope he doesn't read this post about his bald spot. You're not supposed to notice that.
ReplyDeleteIve been there all day!
DeleteOh sorry. If he is like my husband when sick, I feel more sorry for you then. It never fails when traveling that some kind of bug hitches a ride home.
Deletebetween you and mary, the prof should be better in no time! make him a hot toddy!
ReplyDeletemy spouse is also sick with some sort of virus; such a little drama queen!
Welcome to my world
DeletePoor old Chris! I hope he's feeling better soon.
ReplyDeleteGive my sympathies and get well wishes to Chris. Looks like Mary is doing her bit to reduce fever.
ReplyDeleteHe hadn't been eating lutefisk had he?
ReplyDeleteIt is, and it's revolting ! No wonder the Norwegians are a hardy lot.
DeleteSo - no exuberant compliments for the beautifully artistic pen-holder, then?
ReplyDeleteGet well soon, Prof - and please don't share that bug with our John. xx
Good diagnosis, doc. Keep him quiet, with intermittent cooling moisture to the head, for at least a day.
ReplyDeleteI must watch Downton sometime.
ReplyDeleteAwww....get well soon Chris.
ReplyDeleteThat extra special gift that comes home with you after every trip.
ReplyDeleteFeel better soon Chris.
cheers, parsnip
Poor Prof. I wonder if you can hire Anna and put your feet up.
ReplyDeleteSuitcase swapped for virus. NOT A GOOD TRADE.
ReplyDeleteBut lucky Prof that you are an actual nurse. Hope he feels better soon and that you evade the little bugs.
yakult and activia yoghurts. get well Prof
ReplyDeleteLove is grand! I'm sure he would do the same for you. Partership is a trade off.
ReplyDeleteAwww ..... I hope he's better soon ... the licking should help ;-)
ReplyDeletePoor Prof...and how lucky he is to have his own private nurse...hope he feels better soon.
ReplyDeleteI hope the Prof is better v soon.
ReplyDeleteAs my grandmother was known to say: A woman's work is never done.
ReplyDeleteAint that the fucking truth
DeleteKeep on licking' Mary, it is good for circulation. We are pulling for the prof here in Pelham, MA. Let's hear it for a mate to care for us.
ReplyDeleteHere's hoping The Prof is feeling a wee bit better!! I could have rang my friend in Sweden for a look round had I known. Next time! :) Hopefully the shift was decent enough for you!
ReplyDeleteI love that photo and Mary clearly has good doggy nursing instincts. My poodle will not leave my side or my partners if we are not well. Let's hope Chris is well enough to appreciate your present that you made for him ...
ReplyDeleteHope he is soon,better, good old Mary at least she isn't pulling his jowls as she does to Winnie ;)
ReplyDeleteHe is so lucky to have you there to fuss over him.
ReplyDeleteOhh poor Prof! Feel better soon. I'm sure Mary is making you better already. :)
ReplyDeleteAir travel is a sure way to pick up a bug. I think plane manufacturers need to re-think their air circulation systems.
ReplyDeletePerhaps open a few windows.
DeletePoor Chris! I hope he feels better very soon!
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear the Prof isn't feeling well! It's an annoyance when the airline lost the luggage, but we must retrieve it! Dogs are so smart. She knew he didn't feel well. Enjoy Valentine's!
ReplyDeleteDear Mary giving so much love - animals are the best carers (and you too of course). If only hospitals would allow resident pets I am sure patients would benefit. I hope you will all snuggle up together to watch Call the Midwife tonight - a real tonic.
ReplyDeleteWell, thank goodness you got the suitcase back. Sometimes they go missing FOREVER, though thankfully that's never happened to me. British Airways is pretty awesome all around.
ReplyDeleteSorry you have a poorly prof John. Give him our best wishes for a quick recovery. Chicken soup and whisky, but not in the same glass.
ReplyDeleteI hope the Prof is feeling much better today !
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