This was us, on Monday, cuddling up to the children:
This was Danielle’s Lateral Flow Test result yesterday….
Oh. Errrr…… hmmmm…… Danielle was feeling poorly and, being pregnant, sought the Midwife’s advice. ‘Get to hospital to be checked,’ came the response. So late last night, Danielle took herself off to Walsgrave to be checked out. Fortunately, they were happy with her observations, so sent her home with an oximeter for her to monitor herself at home.
Meanwhile, John and I did LFTs, also late last night, which were clear. Will keep checking now until Sunday, when the family are due to come and eat a turkey roast with us. Fingers crossed that we have avoided infection after our day with Danielle and the boys on Monday. But, honestly, where does it come from? Michael and Danielle have been as cautious as can be and have taken extra precautions this week to be safe. But no-one’s safe, are they?
Meanwhile, we have plodded on with dog-walking, car-building, washing, ironing, hospital visits, quizzing, eating, drinking and sleeping (at all hours of the day).
On Tuesday we were up early for a visit to the QE. I dropped John at the entrance to the building, went to park the car and caught up with him just as he arrived in the Imaging Department. The radiographer had John’s papers and was welcoming him in. Two minutes later, he was out, we went back to the car and we were on our way home. Boom! Now that’s what I call a hospital visit. In and out, just like that.
Yesterday, our spirits were lifted with Quiz Night. Linda and Brendan weren’t able to join us, having a busy day today with a drive down to Suffolk and then turning round quickly to come back to welcome a Ukrainian family arriving at Birmingham Airport. However, everyone else was on top form and it was good fun. I was in a funny mood and seemed to hog the the discussion early on, but I learned my lesson when it was pointed out to me.
In fact, I was in such a funny mood that, when Michael phoned mid-quiz with the important news of Danielle having contracted COVID, I was still high on Quiz excitement and it was agreed that we’d speak later. I regret that now but I can’t undo what’s done.
The funny mood has carried on into today and I am short-tempered with anyone who crosses my path….. John and Mac……. they have had to watch out today – as did the man in the car who failed to indicate that he was turning left, as well as the lady in the fish and chip shop, who jauntily suggested that COVID was ‘just the flu’……. Hey-ho.
Take care everyone. 1 in 15 people with COVID now – it’s coming down, but it’s still a high incidence. God bless.
If you are so inclined, please send positive vibes and prayers to this neck of the woods – they would be appreciated.
Oh definite positive vibes and prayers heading you way! I let an audible groan when I read your opening paragraph, which I guess most of your audience will have done 🙈
When’s the baby due btw? Is it about a week? Sending positive vibes their way too xxx
Thank you Carol. The baby is due on Tuesday – the C-section is still planned but will be the last one of the day now. Prayers still needed of course!
Love and prayers to you all 🙏🏻 and particularly Danielle.
It got Dave on Monday after participating in a local schools Easter Service last Friday and today I’ve tested Positive! Dave was proper poorly and spent 2 days in bed which has really set him back from his recovery after his Knee Replacement op’. I’ve just got a cold and a nasty persistent cough. Hey Ho!
Thank you Lou. So sorry to hear that it’s caught you both. I am so sorry Dave has felt so poorly, too. Love and prayers to you too.
Don’t let life’s trip ups get you down, we all have to have them to recognize the balance of our lives. You are an amazing couple and loved by many. Watch out for the great big delivery of positivity from all your well wishers. 👍
Thank you Linda – you are right. Our dear, dear friends are always there – how blessed we are.
Covid – grrrrr! the sneaky little bug gets everywhere ☹.
We are praying all goes with with you and your family xxx
Thank you Dawn – it does, doesn’t it? But glad to see that Pete is better.
Oh Annie it’s not possible to relax is it? Goodness knows how people catch it we have had friends, who like you and yours, have taken every opportunity to be safe but still it inveigles (sp?) its way into bodies. In my prayers 🙏, a day of watchfulness and the joy to come on Sunday. ❤ Lizzie
Thanks Lizzie. Yes, it’s a mystery how the little blighters get into our systems!!!
But as you say, joy to come on Sunday. Alleluia!