Down and out...

I've got a nasty cold that came on suddenly yesterday morning. I thought baking cookies and getting to bed early would help knock it out of my system. I guess that's one reason why I'm not a medical doctor...it didn't work.
My sweet hubby did go to the store and he brought some medicine to at least keep me on my toes enough to look after the three girls today while he and Brock went to the NFL MN Vikings vs. Lion's game in Detroit. His beloved Vikings must have colds too...cause they got knocked down and out a few times today as well. At least all our neighbors will be happy for the week...but as Chip would add...probably not much longer than that if their happiness depends on their Lions. =)
I made a double-batch of my mom's recipe of creamy broccoli soup, despite feeling less than stellar today. The girls all loved it and I actually could still taste it a bit. Hopefully the vitamin C in that will start to do it's magic in my congested head. We spent the rest of the afternoon playing board games and making cards. I made a couple of simple Christmas ones, as well as played around with a new owl stamp {Thanks, Sherri!}. I may post the cards later- if I get a burst of energy.
Besides baths and catching up on some blogs, I tried to take it easy. I know the coming week is gonna wipe me out if my cold is still hanging on. I have to say that feeling lousy sure makes me appreciate feeling 'normal'. It's a reminder to me to be grateful for my health and for that of the rest of my family. I have a list of people that I pray for that are battling things much bigger than my cold. I know it's not easy, but even in the midst of the pains and weary days I find there is always something to be grateful for and to thank God for those blessings. Even if I have to start with the really obvious, simple ones. I find myself today feeling down and out when it comes to my health. But I still laughed and played with my kids; I appreciated nourishing food; I heard and uttered the words 'I love you' several times; and I recalled Teagan and her smile that always encourages me. I may have an ordinary, simple life...but I have more than enough to be grateful and for that I consider my life extraordinary. It's all how you look at things. Even on the days when you're feeling down and out!