Well, you all know me, always something organised, always someone to see,
Always something to do .
Since Friday I’ve done absolutely nothing
I feel full of virus .
Tired, weary a little unwell.
I’ve not even felt like cinema though I did watch Pans Labyrinth last night wrapped in a throw and two blankets.
It’s cold and it’s feels like winters did back in the day
Paralysing
I’ve just walked the dogs to the lane end. It was dusk and I’m sure I saw a large dark animal running in the field borders
The Welsh noticed nothing
I’ve only spoken to the German once
No one else has called
If I die when would they find the body?
It’s crossed my mind
Somebody cut Jack and I off in traffic yesterday and I had to slam on my brakes hard. About five minutes later, when we arrived at the pool, Jack got out of the car and was crying because he said, what if you die. And what if your phone dies. How will I call 911? A conversation ensued.
ReplyDeleteI have a friend who almost died last summer, due to pneumonia and Multiple Myeloma, I check on her daily now to make sure she's not sick, or dead:) I also have her house key now.
My neighbor is 79 and her car didn't move for two days so I called her but she didn't pick up. I did see her and asked her if she was ok. Her back was sore so she couldn't get to the phone on time and I didn't leave a message (because nobody listens to messages anymore). I keep on eye on her. I have asked for a key but she said her son would be upset. This lady still works and lives with alcoholic son who works two weeks on and one week off, out of town. She needs to get out of her son's house but she swore she'd never move again after she got divorced. Her husband was abusive, mentally ill, and threatened to kill her.
I've gone on too long, sorry. My point is, find someone who will check on you daily.
Pixie, you are the definition of a good neighbor! Thank you for being so caring and kind. We all need to look out for each other.❤️sending a giant hug! Carol in Atlanta
DeleteSorry you're feeling crap. I hope it passes soon.
ReplyDeleteAs Pixie says, I'm sure there's someone (or a couple of someones) who will be happy to check on you daily. A reciprocal arrangement, you'll be checking on them, too.
Get well soon. xx
Do you mean which pet would be the fattest? What a gruesome thought!
ReplyDeleteI hope you feel a lot better soon.
During Covid, when even the daily dogwalkers couldn't come, I began a check in w a friend, daily by 10 AM. Just a text, ''checking in''---no conversation or effort except to notice the absence if I do not text. I also leave extra bowls of water for my dog in case I die and he is left without care for some days.Choose someone stable in your life, maybe your sister? It is reassuring to have that contact, a I found out now hhhhaving the surrent ''super flu'', still quite ill since before Christmas.
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DeleteThe flu is circulating.
ReplyDeleteMy neighbor went to a dance recital in a school auditorium and both she and her husband are sick with the flu.
Take care John. Chicken soup might be very helpful.
I'm a widow and live alone at "almost" 79 ( in June.) When I was at a visit with a nurse practitioner she suggested I get a medical alert button. My mother had one and it did come in handy when she experienced some dizziness. She was able to talk with someone immediately and they contacted me. (If the person isn't able to talk they will send emergency services.)
ReplyDeleteThe nurse said people don't think they need one---until they do. So I have one now that's a small pocket size all-in-one unit that I carry with me everywhere. I test it every once in a while and there's always a person responding within a minute. It makes me feel a little more comfortable about living alone.
Young Andrew in Melbourne has a very sensible arrangement with his neighbour. The daily "are you still alive?" telephone call. A brilliant idea.
ReplyDeleteMy girls require that I text them every morning, just hi I am up. If I forget, one of them will call me. I have started texting them if I go out and again when I get home. We all feel good doing this. Hope you feel better soon. Gigi
ReplyDeleteOne of my neighbours in France once said that if I should die miles from anywhere in the woods (whilst looking for mushrooms) that they would eventually identify me because of my distinctive silver ring. That makes me happy!
ReplyDeleteMy mother had a longstanding arrangement with a friend where they would text each other every morning: "OK." That's all they said. But my mother was much more reclusive than you are, John -- as woven into village life in Trelawnyd as you are, I am certain someone would come to your aid long before you died of anything!
ReplyDeleteThat's a nice comment, Steve. It is true. I imagine Mrs Trellis would notice. She is very attentive. WE would notice the lack of blog posts. Never fear, John!
DeleteSo sorry that you're feeling bad and need to wrap up due perhaps to fever. Do you have a digital thermometer?
ReplyDeleteDrink plenty of water and have nourishing soup with toast or crackers.
Do you need to call in to give the hospice staff a head's up?
Yes, it's good to have daily phone connection with someone who is reliable so you're found before decomp sets in and Mary, Roger, Weaver, and Bun (or future pet names) are rescued.
We really liked the older movie "Labyrinth".
Hugs!
Hugs!
Of course that is a natural concern and others here have made great suggestions. I did smile though when I wondered how many of us would be up in arms if you didn't post for a few days running. I'm pretty sure that your local police would be doing a wellness check from one or more of us. If nothing else, that should spur you on with staying in touch with this little online village. XO
ReplyDeleteI trade text messages with two bloggers, and my sister every morning. One gets my daily Wordle outcome, one sends my photos, and my sister and I just send silly memes to one another. If one of us falls off our perch, I would hope that others would follow up.
ReplyDeleteIt's not a question of "WHEN" they find your body, John. Same difference. You won't know one way or the other. Because you'll be dead. Hope that observation was helpful :(
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Ps As your German would say: Gute Besserung. Loosely translated: Get well soon. The man with the scythe is on all our heels the minute we are conceived. Enjoy life whilst it lasts. Worry just spoils the now, the moment.
Sorry you aren’t feeling well. Get lots of rest, and hope you recover soon. Cali
ReplyDeleteHope you feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteJohn, I’m sorry you feel so bad. It does sound like the flu, but I hope not. Take care of yourself and sleep as much as you can.
ReplyDeleteSending love and hugs to heal you, ❤️❤️
Carol in Atlanta