In my house we celebrate both Christmas and Hanukkah. So things have been busy lately.
We've been lighting the Hanukkah candles every night and we are preparing for Christmas visiting tomorrow.
I am currently sick and have not decided whether I'm contagious or not. So I may or may not be able to participate tomorrow with the Christmas visits.
I'll have to decide that soon but right now I'm just not sure exactly what is going on (i.e. allergies, virus, bacterial infection?)
If it is bacterial, I'm already on an antibiotic for an abscessed tooth but that doesn't necessarily mean I'm not contagious.
If it's viral then I shouldn't go & infect others... no matter what day it is.
If it's allergies, I can go.
The problem is that I don't think it's allergies. I'm still sorting it out based on many past similar "bugs" but I'm guessing it's viral. So I probably will not be going for our planned Christmas visits.
I do not want to be responsible for getting anyone else sick. I wouldn't want to make anyone else feel like I do now. I can't get caught up in what day is on the calendar. I have to listen to my body... for my own good and for the health of my loved ones.
This does make me sad but it's not the first time I've had to sit out Christmas at home. With my immune system, this is a tricky time of year.
With various family members being especially susceptible (i.e. people with asthma) and with my niece just getting over pneumonia, I am coming to terms with the fact that I will probably be home for Christmas tomorrow.
I have learned to accept such events as part of being chronically ill.
Happy Hanukkah and Merry Christmas! Being chronically ill can be especially hard at this time of year. Keep your chins up!
Sending everyone best wishes, peace, and joy!
So... Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Season's Greetings to everyone!
As we approach a new year, let's hope for healing and comfort for those who are in pain. Peace!
This article was posted by Jeanne via "Jeanne's Endo Blog" at www.endendoat.blogspot.com.
