Oh my goodness, these past 24 hours ...
So the "off" feeling I spoke of in my Thursday evening post proved to be fair warning ... I came down with the stomach virus (aka norovirus) that night. And holy moly, my friends, I've never been sicker in my life!
The good news is, the older boys are doing much better - Crackerjack is 100% again, and Bookworm is nearly there, too. And I'm also feeling much better a full day later. I'm able to drink again and things don't hurt so much!
(Note: shaved ice + Gatorade = the best thing since sliced bread.)
But, the bad news is ... niether Bill nor Earlybird have come down with this ... yet.
Though Bill - who got up to make me coffee around 5 - told me his stomach felt "off" and went right back to bed. And EB's not eating this morning, but keeps asking for lemonade, which is something he does when his stomach feels upset.
Oh boy.
So I'm not sure when I'll be posting "normally" again, but I wanted to stop in and let you all know where we're at. (And perhaps ask for some prayers that my guys don't bear this too badly!)
I do hope you are all doing well ... and I hope your weekend is a good one. Stay safe and healthy!
I'll back here again just as soon as I can ...
❤
Dear ladies, thank you so much for all your kind concern and prayers. As you all know by now, EB did in fact come down with the virus, but as I write my note now, he is really feeling so much better. It feels SO good to be coming out the other side of this!
{Now, we're just hoping Bill escapes this entirely!}
Mary, thank you for sharing that coupon with me. Unfortunately, it appears to be for Facebook users only, and I do not have a FB account. I appreciate you thinking of me, thought!
Blessings to you all ... stay healthy!
~ Dawn
Posted by: Dawn | February 17, 2012 at 09:03 AM
Oh no! So sorry to hear that it's being passed around - tummy bugs really are the worst. Prayers for a quick recovery coming your way!!
Posted by: Sue | February 12, 2012 at 05:02 PM
Oooh, I'm so sorry! Praying that it misses them, or that they get away with a mild bout. Stomach bugs are the worst!
Posted by: Karen Edmisten | February 12, 2012 at 10:55 AM
Dawn,
I've been praying for you all and will continue to do so.
Take care.
Posted by: Andrea H. | February 12, 2012 at 10:48 AM
Yuck, Dawn! Stomach viruses are the worst! Praying that everyone is well soon. ((hugs))
Posted by: Alicia | February 12, 2012 at 06:41 AM
I hope you and your entire family feel better soon! Hang in there!
Posted by: Tracy from TN | February 12, 2012 at 12:06 AM
get well soon Dawn and family!
Posted by: RuskinDownunder | February 11, 2012 at 06:15 PM
Oh Dawn, how nasty. We will be praying for you and your family in the next few days. Our family had this last year and it was just super YUCK. It's the only time I ever pull out antibacterial wipes and do what I call my OTT clean up. So glad you BW and CJ are on the mend and hope you are soon feeling better and that Bill and EB manage to get it in a more mild form. Hope you can all take it easy this weekend. ((hugs))
Posted by: Tanya W | February 11, 2012 at 05:29 PM
Hope you are all feeling better soon!
Posted by: Kristine | February 11, 2012 at 05:27 PM
Norovirus totally yuck!! Glad that three of you are on the mend and prayers that Bill and EB weather the storm fairly easily.
Hugs San xx
Posted by: San | February 11, 2012 at 04:34 PM
Good health to you and your household.
:)
Posted by: Valerie | February 11, 2012 at 03:33 PM
Oh dear oh dear, I'm so sorry Dawn! It does seem to go fast, however? Which is a blessing? One of the worst ways to be sick indeed. Prayers, of course, winging their way!
Posted by: Ellie | February 11, 2012 at 02:06 PM
Oh Dawn! I am so sorry to hear about what you and your family have been going through. A stomach virus went through our town about a month or so ago - - - and we all concur - - - our family, along with our friends and neighbors, have never been sicker.
God bless you all and hope everyone is on the mend soon. And hope that Bill and EB can dodge it.
In the interim, as you recover, if you get to spend a little time on the computer...I was wondering if you saw this coupon...
http://www.facebook.com/Avery?sk=app_221980891230127
It's for Martha Stewart office supplies! I came across it when I was helping my son with a sticker project (using Avery stickers).
Feel better soon! Wish I was there to bring you some chicken broth. We always find that helpful...along with the ice chips and flat ginger ale.
Love,
Mary
Posted by: Mary | February 11, 2012 at 01:32 PM
I hope all of you feel better very soon!
Posted by: Sarah | February 11, 2012 at 01:02 PM
Hope you feel better soon.
Posted by: Van | February 11, 2012 at 12:53 PM
Oh dear- sending healthy thoughts your way. Those are the worst but good gatorade tip!!
Posted by: Carol | February 11, 2012 at 12:23 PM
Praying, Dawn.
Posted by: Christine | February 11, 2012 at 11:41 AM
Oh no!!! We were sick with this just before Christmas, and my little guy ended up in the hospital. It really was horrible, and I feel deeply for you and your family. Praying that those of you who are feeling better stay well, and get stronger, and for those of you who haven't suffered, well, that you won't! And if you do, that it will be over quick!
Here's hoping you get back to normal quickly!!! =)
Posted by: Kristie | February 11, 2012 at 10:16 AM
Sending you all comforting, "get well soon with very little trauma" thoughts Dawn :)
After all, you and Bill HAVE to be better for Downton ;)
Hang in there!
Posted by: Penny | February 11, 2012 at 09:23 AM
Oh no, stomach bugs are so awful. I hope you all feel better soon!
Posted by: Helena | February 11, 2012 at 09:09 AM
Sorry to hear that you are all sick, will certainly pray for all of you. Hope you are taking time to rest and fully recover.
Posted by: Shirley Ann In England | February 11, 2012 at 08:20 AM
You and your family have been in my prayers. Get well soon!
Posted by: Caroline Haydu | February 11, 2012 at 08:10 AM
Dear Dawn
Poor you, I was a little worried when no sweet kitten showed up on your blog yesterday, and prayed for you all.
Stomach bugs are the worst, i really fear them and feel so sad for you and your sweet dear Early Bird, you know he has a spesial place in my heart.
Please let him now we are praying for him and your family ,while we are watching this today
http://www.lourdes-radio.com/player_live/player_live_en/player-token_en.php
All our love , Emma
Posted by: Emma In Norway | February 11, 2012 at 07:50 AM
Oh Dawn, it sounds just awful! I'm so sorry you all are having to go through this. Be sure that prayers are coming your way from our family.
Posted by: Irina | February 11, 2012 at 07:37 AM
Oh Dawn, glad to hear you are on the mend but sad that the whole family isn't there yet. Take care, move slowly, give yourself and your family all those special comforts you are so good at thinking up and pulling together in normal times. You will all be on the other side of this virus before you know it. Lighting my candle beside Our Lady for you all today!
Posted by: Helene | February 11, 2012 at 07:29 AM